HR Assistant

The HR Assistant at Savannah Hospital provides essential support in the daily operations of the Human Resources department. The HR Assistant ensures efficient delivery of HR services and contributes to fostering a positive and compliant work environment. This role involves a blend of administrative, coordination, and employee support tasks with a strong emphasis on discretion, attention to detail, and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the recruitment and onboarding processes including job postings, scheduling interviews, reference checks, and orientation sessions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases (e.g., attendance, leave, performance reviews, etc.).
• Support payroll processing by collecting and validating employee data and coordinating with Finance.
• Coordinate training and development programs, and track employee participation.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, labor laws, and HR best practices.
• Provide administrative support for HR functions such as drafting letters, preparing reports, and managing HR documentation.
• Support employee relations initiatives by helping manage employee queries, organizing staff engagement activities, and assisting in conflict resolution processes.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and organizational information.
• Prepare regular HR reports and updates for the CEO and contribute to strategic HR planning.
• Liaise with department heads to gather HR needs and support workforce planning initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 1–3 years of experience in an HR or administrative role (preferably in a healthcare or service-oriented environment).
• Knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and HR software systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong sense of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS tools.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced hospital environment.