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Angie McDonald

Villa Rica,GA

Summary

Elevating talent sourcing, acquisition and management via an expansive career and consulting methods, I spearheaded diversity initiatives and leveraged Applicant Tracking Systems to exceed recruitment goals by 35%+. My strategic approach to niche, regional and global talent acquisition and empowerment of teams through recruiter training showcases my dynamic blend of analytical prowess and inclusive leadership. Offering over 12 years of recruitment strategy development.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Talent Attraction & Sourcing Consultant

Wounded2Wonderful Coaching
04.2016 - Current
  • Full scale services provided: Talent Pipelining, Strategic Human Resource Planning, Global Talent Acquisition, Contract Recruiting, Coaching, Training, Empowerment Cohorts, Professional Calibration Techniques, Advocacy Initiatives, Personal and Professional Development
  • Using unique and relevant conversational techniques to connect qualified professionals (health, mental health professionals, C-Suite Executive, etc.) to their next best opportunity.

    Supporting Corporations, Non-profit Organizations, and Special Interest Groups in sourcing, fielding and recommending prime talent for medical, behavioral/mental health, ancillary, leadership and supportive roles.
  • Noted success in attracting hard-to-staff Candidates for Primary Chare, Nursing, Physical/Occupational Therapy, Mental Health and Social Service Enterprises.
  • Providing analytical breakdowns on barriers to securing qualified talent, and talent retention.
  • Implements technology adoption within the procurement function by researching emerging tools, platforms, and solutions that could enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness in the sourcing process.
  • Manages complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, demonstrating strong leadership skills and attention to detail throughout the process.
  • Conducts market research to stay current on industry trends, providing valuable insights for future sourcing decisions.
  • Develops comprehensive RFPs, ensuring effective comparison of supplier proposals for optimal decision making.
  • Leverage data analytics tools to identify opportunities for cost reduction within the supply chain, driving substantial savings without compromising quality or service levels.

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Clinical

Prestige Healthcare Resources Inc. (PHRI)
02.2024 - 09.2024

Leadership & Management Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of PHRI's recruiting process, policies and strategies for acquiring new clinical and leadership talent.
  • Exceeded quarterly new hire goals, and attracted quality talent, reducing turnover.
  • Advised Executive Leadership on relevant TA/Sourcing trends, metrics and industry developments.
  • Streamlined productivity measures, increasing departmental profits by reducing extensive onboarding processes.
  • Mentored and trained Talent Acquisition team members with relevant training, current practices and introduction to innovative attraction methods.
  • Coached and trained Hiring Managers with relevant interviewing and HR practices consistent with needs (mental health, substance abuse, primary health care, and executive leadership roles).
  • Introduced new recruiting source sets and assessment methods to organization, increasing overall sourcing bandwidth.


General Duties

  • Negotiated competitive compensation packages with selected candidates, ensuring alignment with company budget constraints and internal equity standards.
  • Championed the use of data-driven decision-making within talent acquisition team, utilizing various analytics tools to identify trends and pinpoint areas for improvement.
  • Increased quality of hires through meticulous candidate screening, interviewing, and assessment techniques.
  • Analyzed the company’s hiring and talent needs to anticipate hiring needs.
  • Used various channels to actively source candidates.
  • Managed the ATS and subsidiary job board postings and engagement.
  • Managed the screening process, including resume screening and interviewing.
  • Researched and stay informed of talent acquisition trends to improve the process.
  • Represented the organization at job fairs and recruiting events
  • Promoted the company's brand through recruitment initiatives and events
  • Developed and recommended effective selection tools. Collected, analyzed and utilized data to inform talent decisions.
  • Filled the organization’s needs for labor in order to accomplish organizational outputs.

Clinical Talent Acquisition Specialist

Upstream Rehabilitation
10.2021 - 02.2024
  • Niche Full-Cycle Clinical Recruiter tasked with attracting top clinical talent (Clinical/Executive
    Leadership, Physical Therapists, and Occupational Therapists) for the Nation's Largest Outpatient Physical Therapy provider. High proficiency in high-volume recruitment and leadership-level talent acquisition, consistently exceeded profit, recruiting and placement goals determined by regional difficulty and urgent needs by 35% minimum.
    •Offered an array of services to individuals, groups and organizations in the areas of:
    Partner with internal stakeholders, hiring managers, RVPs, VPOs and Senior Executive leadership to expertly identify recruitment objectives and opportunities.
    • Trained executive leadership on candidate engagement expectations and interview best
    practices
    • Governed stakeholder management by fostering positive relationships with hiring managers
    Review, evaluate and screen qualified candidates; verify contact references prior to submitting to clinical leadership for the final interview, offer stage and hiring process
  • Performed credentialing and human resources generalist and HRM duties verifying candidates'
    eligibility, customized employment offer packages, initiated and facilitated salary negotiations
  • Initiated specialty negotiation processes for international, H1-B visa and sponsorship
    candidates
  • Networked and connected with candidates using innovative and integrative recruitment methods
    (social media, surveys, market trends, etc)
  • Proven track record in conducting high level interviews, managing screening calls, vetting
    KPIs, drafting offer letters, evaluating candidates for cultural alignment and onboarding
  • Well versed in medical and physical therapy terminology to effectively communicate and
    engage with qualified clinicians and market leaders
  • Attended career fairs, liaised with Universities and Schools of Medicine; hosted pre and
    post-graduation events, providing attractive methods for new recruits (travel 40-50%); hosted
    free examination preparation events
    • Effectively created pipeline methods from graduation to hire
  • Reported weekly hires, interview statuses, market data, candidates in play and ROI on sourcing
    efforts
  • Managed job postings via iCIMS and external platforms (i.e., LinkedIn Recruiter,
    Indeed, ZoomInfo, Monster, CareerBuilder, etc.
  • Partnered with professional organizations to provide pipeline opportunities to new and
    experienced Physical and Occupational professionals (i.e. APTA, OHPTA, ACAPT, ABPTS, etc.)

Recruiting & Business Development Manager

GoodTemps (div. of Goodwill Industries of NY/NJ)
10.2012 - 03.2017
  • Talent Acquisition Manager that significantly improved the contractual recruiting process and increased staffing by+ for individuals with disabilities, long-term and short-term medical conditions and various employment barriers
  • Conducted regular meetings with senior leadership team to review progress towards organizational goals
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve employee retention rates
  • Created and maintained budgeting reports for departmental expenditures
  • Reviewed financial statements to assess company performance against budget projections
    Strategic business development strategies aligned with job market needs in Northern & Central New Jersey
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers on behalf of the company
  • Specialty recruiting advocate for underserved citizens and job-seekers that created, established and promoted collaborative efforts with Disabled/Injured Veteran and Rehabilitation organizations and programs ensuring positive employment exposure to their clients
  • Conducted specialty workshops and career development training modules to current and
    prospective recruits
  • Utilized appropriate gap analysis, training and development models to properly assess training needs
  • Responsible for the efficient day-to-day operation of the Program Staff, achievement of 100% timely and qualified placements with accuracy
  • Provided dedicated program and vendor management services exceeding quarterly budget profit margins
  • Oversaw and coordinated the functions of Recruitment, Business Development, Customer
    Service, and Sales in the Northern New Jersey Division
  • Managed all Service Agreements, Job Requisitions, Salary Negotiations and Client Contracts
    for northern and central New Jersey

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Management, (Minor Non-profit Relations)

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
10.2025

Skills

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Applicant Tracking Systems

Onboarding Process Management

Behavioral Interviewing

Employer Branding

Remote Hiring

Job Posting Optimization

Career Fair Coordination

Recruitment Process Outsourcing

Recruitment Metrics Analysis

Executive Search

Workforce Planning

Affiliations

  • National Notary Association
  • Global Mentorship Initiative
  • International Coaching Federation
  • Edison (NJ) Job Corps Advisory Council Member
  • Essex County (NJ) Employment Network

Certification

Diversity Training & Workplace Harassment (Mental Health Assoc. of NJ)

NNA Certified Loan Signing Agent - June 2024

Notary Loan Signing Agent - June 2024

GA Notary Public - Commission ends March 2027

Timeline

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Clinical

Prestige Healthcare Resources Inc. (PHRI)
02.2024 - 09.2024

Clinical Talent Acquisition Specialist

Upstream Rehabilitation
10.2021 - 02.2024

Talent Attraction & Sourcing Consultant

Wounded2Wonderful Coaching
04.2016 - Current

Recruiting & Business Development Manager

GoodTemps (div. of Goodwill Industries of NY/NJ)
10.2012 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Public Management, (Minor Non-profit Relations)

Florida Atlantic University

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Liberty University
Angie McDonald