Sowmya Viswanathan
BELLE MEAD
Summary
Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
Skilled in utilizing data and analytics to push strategic HR initiatives. Strong analytical skills and committed to implementing HR policies and procedures.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Recruiter
Capital Health Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
- Worked closely with medical and administrative staff to understand their unique staffing needs and provided customized solutions accordingly.
- Increased retention rates by matching physicians with suitable opportunities based on their career goals and preferences.
- Conducted reference checks and verified credentials, ensuring the quality of physician hires.
- Leveraged social media platforms to engage with potential physician candidates actively.
- Enhanced recruitment process by streamlining candidate sourcing and selection techniques.
- Utilized various marketing strategies to promote available positions within healthcare organizations nationwide successfully.
- Developed strong relationships with physicians and medical professionals, expanding the network of potential candidates.
- Maintained open communication lines with both job seekers and employers during the recruitment process, fostering trust and transparency.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify ideal physician candidates for specific roles and locations.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Provided feedback to unsuccessful applicants in a constructive manner while maintaining professionalism.
Human Resources Business Partner
St Joseph Medical Center
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
- Managed complex employee relations issues to promote a healthy workplace culture.
- Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within company to reach business goals.
- Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
- Partnered with senior leaders on organizational development initiatives for continued growth.
- Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices, preventing potential lawsuits and fines.
- Maintained confidential nature of employee and company proprietary and privileged information used or observed in course of performing job duties.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated solutions for business challenges.
- Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC.
- Advised senior management on organizational development and change management initiatives.
- Facilitated effective communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Conducted exit interviews with employees leaving company to gauge areas of success and opportunities for improvement.
- Established succession planning processes to ensure leadership continuity within the company.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts for organizational success and strategic growth.
- Developed meaningful metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of HR policies and procedures.
Human Resources Specialist
Eli Lilly Pharmaceuticals
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Administered employee leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new hires, leading to faster integration into the workplace culture.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws through regular audits and policy updates.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Led open enrollment periods for health insurance coverage options, assisting employees in making informed decisions regarding their benefits selections.
- Coordinated employee training programs to boost skills development and improve overall performance.
- Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and create strategic recruiting plans.
- Developed performance management systems that allowed for accurate tracking of employee progress and goal achievement.
- Streamlined exit interview processes, gathering insights to improve employee satisfaction and retention strategies.
- Boosted employee retention rates, offering competitive benefits and fostering supportive work environment.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
Human Resources Manager
Rangam Consultants Inc
06.2017 - 10.2021
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Managed complex benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Regularly analyzed workforce trends to proactively address potential skill gaps or staffing needs.
- Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Spearheaded successful recruitment campaigns, attracting top-tier talent to fill key company positions.
- Conducted comprehensive HR audits to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations, mitigating risk of legal issues.
- Streamlined HR reporting processes, enabling more efficient analysis and decision-making with improved data management practices.
- Reduced employee turnover by analyzing exit interview data and implementing targeted retention strategies.
- Led negotiations for employee benefits packages, securing cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality offerings.
Senior Recruiting Specialist
Aequor Technologies
06.2016 - 03.2017
- Organized regular check-in meetings with hiring managers to provide updates on recruitment progress, gather feedback, and discuss any challenges or roadblocks.
- Identified passive candidates through advanced sourcing techniques, successfully filling hard-to-fill positions.
- Negotiated competitive offers with selected candidates, balancing organizational budget constraints with market value considerations.
- Reduced time spent on manual tasks by automating repetitive processes within the recruitment workflow, allowing for increased focus on strategic initiatives.
- Conducted regular audits of candidate pipeline to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Coached hiring managers on interview techniques and best practices, fostering consistent evaluation processes across departments.
- Leveraged professional networks to source top talent while minimizing reliance on external agencies for candidate referrals.
- Collaborated with HR Business Partners to address workforce planning needs and develop proactive recruitment strategies.
- Enhanced employer branding by creating engaging job postings and social media content, attracting top talent to the organization.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Anna University
Chennai, India06-2006
Bachelor in Computer Applications - Computer Applications Development
Women's Christian College
Chennai, India05-2003
Skills
- Onboarding processes
- Follow-up skills
- Healthcare industry
- Background checks
- Interviewing techniques
- Credential verification
- Recruiting and sourcing
- Recruitment strategy development
- Team collaboration
- Salary and benefits negotiations
- New hire orientations
- Employment verification
Timeline
Physician Recruiter
Capital Health Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Human Resources Business Partner
St Joseph Medical Center
09.2023 - 11.2024
Human Resources Specialist
Eli Lilly Pharmaceuticals
11.2021 - 02.2023
Human Resources Manager
Rangam Consultants Inc
06.2017 - 10.2021
Senior Recruiting Specialist
Aequor Technologies
06.2016 - 03.2017
MBA - Human Resources Management
Anna University
Bachelor in Computer Applications - Computer Applications Development
Women's Christian College
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