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Staffing Specialist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Dallas

AI generated summary

  • You need 2 years of scheduling/staffing experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, a high school diploma, and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
  • You will analyze staffing needs, prepare reports, manage schedules in Kronos, maintain employee profiles, and coordinate staffing adjustments based on patient census fluctuations.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years' Experience with scheduling and staffing Required
  • Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite Required
  • High school diploma or equivalent Required
  • Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Preferred

Responsibilities

  • Calculate and compare current staffing totals to current and short-term projected unit census in order to determine projected staffing needs
  • Prepare, process, and balance planning spreadsheets for future scheduling periods
  • Prepare reports with current and project staffing counts
  • Identify chronic over and under staffing situations on patient care units
  • Enter information accurately in multiple software applications and prepare/distribute reports in a timely manner
  • Enter schedule changes in Kronos
  • Review time off requests proactively to maintain balanced staffing across units
  • Maintain and update accurate employee work profiles (shift, skill level, unit oriented to etc.), and template
  • In coordination with the Staffing Coordinator, anticipate patient discharges and admissions, assign the CRT float pool staff as needed, plan staff reassignments and cancellations, and communicate with staff to notify them of their assignments, reassignments, and cancellations as patient census or demand fluctuates; enter schedule changes in Kronos.
  • Assist with a variety of staffing needs, utilizing comprehensive knowledge of Kronos and Excel

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Staffing Specialist.

What department is this position in?

This position is in the Variable Staffing department.

Where is the job location?

The job location is at Children's Health in Dallas, TX.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The work schedule is full-time, working 3 nights from 6:00 pm to 6:30 am, with weekends and holidays possibly required.

Is shift differential pay offered for this position?

Yes, this position is eligible for shift differential pay.

What is the required experience for this role?

At least 2 years of experience with scheduling and staffing is required for this role.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, while a four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

What software knowledge is essential for this role?

Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite and comprehensive knowledge of Kronos is required.

Are there any specific responsibilities associated with this position?

Yes, responsibilities include preparing staffing schedules, maintaining accurate documentation, entering schedule changes in Kronos, and assisting with immediate staffing needs.

What benefits does Children's Health offer its employees?

Children's Health offers several benefits, including coverage of employee portion of medical plan premiums after 3 years, a savings plan match based on tenure, paid parental leave, caregiver leave, and adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.

Is Children's Health an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Children's Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on various legally protected statuses.

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1913
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Children’s Health℠ is committed to making life better for children. As one of the largest and most prestigious pediatric health care providers in the country and the leading pediatric health care system in North Texas, Children’s Health cares for children through more than 750,000 patient visits annually. The Children’s Health system includes its flagship hospital, Children’s Medical Center Dallas, as well as Children’s Medical Center Plano, Our Children’s House inpatient rehabilitation hospital, the Children’s Health Care Network, specialty centers, rehabilitation facilities and physician services. Children’s Medical Center Dallas continues to be the only North Texas hospital to be ranked in 10 out of 10 pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report. Through its academic affiliation with UT Southwestern Medical Center, Children’s Health is a leader in life-changing treatments, innovative technology, and ground-breaking research. This affiliation led to establishing the Children’s Medical Center Research Institute in 2011, committed to pursuing research in regenerative medicine, cancer biology, and metabolism.