HR Generalist

Position Summary

Vista Health System is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to assigned departments. This role supports a broad range of HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, compensation and benefits, performance management, payroll support, compliance, and workforce initiatives.

The HR Generalist will play a critical role in fostering a positive employee experience, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting organizational goals through effective HR practices.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as a consultant to leaders and employees on HR-related matters
• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and retention strategies
• Assist in workplace investigations and resolution of employee concerns
• Contribute to employee survey action planning and engagement strategies

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead full-cycle recruitment to ensure timely and effective hiring
• Partner with leadership to develop annual recruitment strategies
• Coordinate and facilitate new employee orientation and onboarding processes

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll

• Assist with market analysis and ensure internal/external pay equity
• Support benefits education, enrollment, and administration in collaboration with benefits specialists
• Maintain working knowledge of benefit programs and applicable laws
• Support payroll processes, including auditing time records, assisting with payroll preparation, and ensuring accuracy of employee pay
• Partner with payroll and finance teams to resolve discrepancies, manage adjustments, and ensure compliance with wage and hour laws
• Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, and payroll processes

Performance Management & Development

• Assist in developing job descriptions and performance standards
• Support performance improvement plans and coaching strategies
• Coordinate and facilitate employee training and development programs

Leave of Absence & Workers' Compensation

• Administer and track leave of absence programs including FMLA
• Coordinate workers' compensation cases and ensure proper documentation and compliance
• Partner with leadership on return-to-work strategies

Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate employee records in compliance with HR, OSHA, and regulatory standards
• Ensure compliance with federal, state (Illinois), and healthcare-specific regulations
• Manage required logs and documentation, including I-9s, OSHA records, payroll-related records, and credential tracking

HR Operations

• Support policy development, implementation, and compliance
• Manage employee separations, including final pay coordination and offboarding processes
• Lead or participate in HR projects aligned with organizational goals
• Deliver clear and effective employee communications

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of progressive HR generalist experience
• Prior experience in recruitment, employee relations, and payroll support preferred
• Healthcare experience preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations, including FMLA, wage and hour laws, and Illinois employment law
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong technology aptitude preferred
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based with frequent sitting and occasional standing or walking
• May interact with patients and clinical environments
• Ability to manage emergency or urgent HR situations as needed
• May require travel to local clinics and job fairs

Why Join Vista Health System?

At Vista, we are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where employees can thrive. Our HR team plays a key role in shaping a culture of respect, accountability, and excellence in patient care.