Merle Eugene Lindler
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Strategic and empathetic Human Resources leader with 15+ years of progressive experience across healthcare, mental health, and corporate environments. Proven success in leading full-cycle HR functions-including talent acquisition, policy design, HRIS implementation, and performance management-while aligning people strategies with business goals. Adept at building HR departments from the ground up, navigating change management, and driving employee engagement initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Carolina Nephrology, PA
03.2025 - Current
- Led HR operations for multi-site healthcare practice with 75-125 employees; served as HR department of one.
- Spearheaded full-cycle hiring of 20+ roles to launch new surgery center.
- Implemented LMS platform to streamline compliance and development.
- Conducted payroll, benefits administration, and performance reviews.
- Provided HR counsel to executive leadership, aligning people ops with growth strategy.
People Operations Manager
iTrust Wellness Group
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Modernized HR infrastructure including complete handbook overhaul.
- Managed recruitment and onboarding for 75-100 employees across multiple sites.
- Introduced performance management platform, increasing review completion rate by 50%.
- Drove strategic workforce planning and culture-building initiatives.
- Provided HR support to start-up software and tech development division of company.
Physician Recruiter
Proactive MD
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Filled 40+ provider roles across 19 states within 8 months.
- Designed automated recruiting pipeline using ATS and job boards.
- Partnered with hiring managers to structure offers, negotiate compensation, and ensure seamless onboarding.
HR Generalist / Medical Staff Coordinator
New Horizon Family Health Services
03.2019 - 08.2022
- Recruited physicians, advanced practice providers, and behavioral health clinicians.
- Managed payroll, CME reimbursement, and provider evaluations.
- Developed Provider Enrichment Program (PEP) to improve retention and engagement.
- Facilitated contract administration, licensure tracking, and risk mitigation strategies.
Education
M.S. - Human Resource Management
Southern New Hampshire University
01.2022
B.S. - Psychology, Minor in English
Presbyterian College
01.2002
Skills
- Strategic HR Leadership
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Policy Design & Employee Handbooks
- HRIS/ATS Implementation
- Employee Relations & Risk Mitigation
- Performance Management Systems
- DEI & Culture Building
- Change Management
- Payroll & Compensation Strategy
Websites
Certification
- SHRM-CP
- Employee Relations Law
- Workplace Mental Health Ally
- SHRM-CP, 2026-12-31
- Employee Relations Law, 2025-12-31
- Workplace Mental Health Ally, 2024-12-31
- Situational Leadership, 2018-12-31
- SC Notary Public, 2032-12-31
Tech Tools
- Paylocity
- ADP
- Rippling
- ISolved
- JazzHR
- ATSOnDemand
- DrChrono
- MedTrainer
- ClickUp
- Asana
- Salesforce
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Carolina Nephrology, PA
03.2025 - Current
People Operations Manager
iTrust Wellness Group
07.2023 - 03.2025
Physician Recruiter
Proactive MD
08.2022 - 03.2023
HR Generalist / Medical Staff Coordinator
New Horizon Family Health Services
03.2019 - 08.2022
M.S. - Human Resource Management
Southern New Hampshire University
B.S. - Psychology, Minor in English
Presbyterian College