Senior Human Resources Manager
UHS
Summary
Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), is seeking an experienced and collaborative Human Resources Manager to support our growing physician network across multiple markets.
Job description
The Senior HR Manager supports HR operations across assigned IPM markets and serves as a trusted business partner to operational leaders and employees. This role is responsible for a wide range of HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, onboarding, HR systems support, engagement, reporting, compensation administration, and training.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides ongoing strategic HR oversight and expert consultation to IPM Division offices and designated IPM Markets.
- Acting as a trusted HR advisor to the leadership team, delivers comprehensive guidance across all facets of human resources including performance management, employee relations, recruitment and retention, compensation and benefits administration, worker’s compensation, leave and unemployment management, payroll, as well as employee orientation and onboarding programs.
- Champions employee development by supporting management training initiatives and drives efforts to enhance Employee Satisfaction and Service Excellence.
- Supports key HR operations initiatives across IPM Markets, managing a diverse portfolio of complex and specialized HR projects.
- Leads employee relations investigations, collaborating with IPM HR field teams and market leaders to ensure alignment and standardization in new hire orientation, employee engagement, performance evaluation, compensation practices, HR training, and the administration of HR systems and reporting.
- Contributes significantly to strategic HR planning and development to optimize resource utilization and align HR functions with organizational goals.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field from an accredited college or university required.
Experience: 8–10 years of progressive Human Resources experience preferred, preferably in healthcare or physician practice operations. Minimum 2 years human resources management or supervisory experience, preferably in healthcare. Supervisory-level experience required. Multi-state HR experience required.
Certification/Licensure: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred.
Professional Knowledge and Skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills; Strong customer service and complaint-resolution skills
- Excellent performance management and analytical skills.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment law.
- Ability to multitask with accuracy and strong attention to detail; Responsive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities with timely oversight.
- Comfortable handling confidential, high-level employee investigations.
- Ability to foster a collaborative, respectful, and professional work environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Experience with email, spreadsheets, database entry, and standard office equipment
- HRIS experience required, preferably Lawson and Workday, as well as UKG, HealthStream LMS and ICIMS.
Travel: Minimal travel required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field from an accredited college or university required.
- 8–10 years of progressive Human Resources experience preferred, preferably in healthcare or physician practice operations.
- Minimum 2 years human resources management or supervisory experience, preferably in healthcare.
- Supervisory-level experience required.
- Multi-state HR experience required.
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; Strong customer service and complaint-resolution skills
- Excellent performance management and analytical skills.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment law.
- Ability to multitask with accuracy and strong attention to detail; Responsive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities with timely oversight.
- Comfortable handling confidential, high-level employee investigations.
- Ability to foster a collaborative, respectful, and professional work environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Experience with email, spreadsheets, database entry, and standard office equipment
- HRIS experience required, preferably Lawson and Workday, as well as UKG, HealthStream LMS and ICIMS.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.