Physician Staffing Specialist
Company: In Compass Health
Location: Alpharetta
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT OUR COMPANY: From our beginnings in 2001, IN Compass
Health was one of the first hospitalist providers in the nation.
Since inception, we have recruited over 1000 providers and
implemented more than 65 programs across the country, serving
hundreds of patients each day. Our founder has extensive experience
in hospital-based medicine and managing physician-driven medical
care in complex settings. His experience, supported by his
executive leaders, offers a blending of talent few firms can match.
IN Compass Health has worked for more than 20 years with hospitals,
physicians, and payers to design and implement effective, on-site
inpatient care teams and programs. Built on this solid foundation,
IN Compass Health works with hospitals and medical staff to develop
and manage successful hospitalist programs. Serving a national
client base, the company is headquartered in metro Atlanta. IN
Compass Health is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of
employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or
discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and
business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical
or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic
information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under
federal, state, or local law. In Compass Health uses E-Verify to
verify the right of all new employees to legally work in the United
States. Also, IN Compass Health is committed to a drug free
workplace . This position will require a pre-employment drug test
as well as a background screening. POSITION SUMMARY: Develop and
maintain monthly schedules with Medical Directors where available
in managing the shift schedules to ensure coverage on a daily basis
every day of the year. Responsible for sourcing, screening and
placing 1099/PT physicians to supplement staffing needs of each
Hospitalist program. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Generate
schedules to guarantee physicians are assigned his/her minimum
commitment of shifts per contract; Obtain availability from 1099
providers to supplement staffing needs of each program; Complete,
confirm and communicate all schedule shifts with physicians and
mid-level providers; Manage and negotiate additional pay upon/and
only with approval from VP of Physician Services and/or Director of
Operations; Confirm and distribute monthly schedules to physicians
6-12 months in advance; Develop and maintain strong working
relationships with contracted physicians and mid-level providers;
Communicate vital information obtained from physician contact to
all team members including (operations, credentialing, recruiting
and human resources) When appropriate and approved in advance by
the VP of Physician Services and/or Director of Operations identify
qualified candidates through third party locum agencies; Assist
patient care liaisons and/or program coordinators to schedule
provider orientation at each program; Participate in after-hours
calls for scheduling emergencies; Track and report any additional
exception pay per payroll period and report forward to VP of
Physician Services one day prior to payroll deadline; Document all
calls and communication in ACT database; Maintain comprehensive and
current knowledge regarding physician related information in ACT
database; Conduct initial screening of all potential candidates;
Acquire information necessary for required background and reference
checks for candidates prior to contract being extended; Ensure
shift rates for 1099 providers are within budgetary guidelines and
are approved by management in advance if over budget; Respond with
follow up calls on any leads produced from the Lead Generators or
from other recruiters within 2 days turnaround time; Communicate
and create ECRF on all contractual requests for potential
candidates; Ensure all 1099 provider contracts and COI are obtained
and executed prior to physician working on schedule; Assist in all
recruiting efforts for implementation or urgent needs as assigned;
Adhere to all policies and procedures of the staffing department.
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or
equivalent (bachelor’s degree preferred); A minimum of 2 years’
experience in a similar role; Experience with scheduling
applications and software; Extensive experience with MS office
software. SKILLS & CHARACTERICS Motivated, self-starter who is able
to work independently with minimal supervision; Team player who
embraces organizational change and a fast-paced environment;
Proficient in multiple project management; Highly organized,
detail-driven and results oriented; Thrives on problem solving and
possesses solid critical thinking and analytical skills;
Professional verbal and written communication skills. We may use
artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring
process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or
assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do
not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately
made by humans. If you would like more information about how your
data is processed, please contact us.
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