Human Resources Generalist, Bronx NY - Essen Medical Associates : Job Details

Company Overview: Essen Health Care is a growing community healthcare network that provides high quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a 'population health' model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering services in primary & specialty offices, urgent care centers, nursing homes, and house calls for homebound patients; all clinical services are also available via telehealth. Our Care Management division supports patient-centered care through care coordination, complex care management, and addressing health-related social needs.

Founded in 1999, Essen provides care across all five boroughs of New York City, with a primary focus in the Bronx. Staffed by over 300 primary and specialty care physicians and advanced clinicians, Essen is one of the largest, most comprehensive private medical groups in NYC. It maintains a Clinical Information Services team managing our enterprise-wide electronic medical record system, data repository, clinical analytics, and population health capabilities. Our Community Services teams foster relationships with community organizations, agencies, and health plans.

Essen is dedicated to ensuring quality care for all patients and has been designated 'Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home' by the NCQA. The organization has received awards for its patient care innovations and recently launched Intention Health Ventures to develop and commercialize its technology innovations.

Position Title: Human Resources Generalist

Reports to: Sr. Director of People & Culture

Job Summary: The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR duties with a focus on immigration compliance, provider contracting, Benefits, and Leaves. The goal is to ensure the People & Culture department's operations run smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the organization.

• Liaise with internal teams to create and track end-to-end provider contracts.
• Drive the credentialing process for providers to enable onboarding.
• Facilitate visa applications and track candidate statuses.
• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records, including employee files and timekeeping.
• Conduct or acquire background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Assist with onboarding, focusing on streamlining the new hire experience.
• Communicate with new hires before their start date regarding work schedules and contract details.
• Gather feedback from new hires on their onboarding experience.
• Manage the exit interview process.
• Coordinate new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Stay informed about trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new HR technologies.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including benefits and LOA management.

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office; ability to quickly learn HRIS and Talent Management systems (currently NetSuite, iCIMS).
• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) a plus.
• Experience with immigration compliance or global mobility.
• Strong skills in people relations, communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, organization, benefits, and attention to detail.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Salary: $55,000-$70,000

Essen Health Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

We seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.