Onboarding Specialist

About the Job Summary of Position: At MedStar Health, our people are the heart of everything we do—and every great journey starts with a seamless first day. As an Onboarding Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the new hire experience, ensuring every associate feels welcomed, prepared, and set up for success from the moment they accept their offer through Day 1 orientation. If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-centered environment and enjoy balancing details with meaningful human interaction, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact across our organization. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: You’ll serve as a key partner in delivering a best-in-class onboarding experience by: • Managing the full onboarding lifecycle from offer acceptance through Day 1 readiness • Coordinating and tracking all pre-employment requirements (I-9, background checks, health screenings, licensure, and more) • Serving as a primary point of contact for new hires, hiring managers, and internal teams • Ensuring timely and accurate completion of onboarding documentation and HRIS records • Monitoring onboarding progress and proactively resolving barriers to ensure a smooth start • Collaborating with cross-functional partners including HR, Talent Acquisition, Occupational Health, and leadership • Supporting reporting, process improvements, and onboarding best practices Minimal Qualifications: • Associate's degree or (equivalent combination of relevant experience and education) is required. • 1+ years of recent experience in a high-volume scheduling administrative position or similar human resources experience, required. Knowledge Skills and Abilities • Critical thinking problem-solving time management organizational skills accountability/ownership and effective communication skills. • Ability to adhere to detail accuracy and thoroughness. • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills for effective communication with new hires/transferring associates. • Ability to effectively multi-task and work under strict deadlines. • Knowledgeable of HR and payroll processes helpful. • Proficient in MS Office applications including Outlook Word and Excel. This position has a hiring range of USD $23.65 - USD $42.03 /Hr.