Talent Acquisition Manager | Clinical Engagement

The Talent Acquisition Manager, Clinical Engagement provides strategic leadership for the Clinical Engagement function at PT Solutions. This role develops and executes strategies to strengthen clinician pipelines, generate qualified candidates, improve conversion to hire, and support organizational growth.

The Manager oversees Clinical Engagement strategy, performance, priorities, processes, and KPIs across all regions while partnering closely with Talent Acquisition, Operations, Student Program, Travel Program, and other key stakeholders.

The Manager provides strategic leadership and direction for the Clinical Engagement team, while partnering with the Senior Clinical Engagement Specialist on day-to-day team management, coaching, development, and execution.

Essential Functions

• Develop and execute the overall Clinical Engagement strategy in alignment with organizational hiring and growth priorities.
• Establish team priorities, performance expectations, KPIs, and market coverage across the Clinical Engagement function.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Senior Clinical Engagement Specialist and partner on team performance, development, and accountability.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and Operations to align Clinical Engagement activity with priority markets, open positions, and hiring needs.
• Develop strategies to generate qualified clinician candidates through university partnerships, alumni engagement, professional networks, events, conferences, and other talent sources.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with universities, academic leaders, professional organizations, and other external partners.
• Partner with the Director of University Relations and Student Program to align academic engagement with organizational talent needs.
• Establish and evaluate Clinical Engagement KPIs, including candidate generation, handoffs, conversion to hire, event performance, and pipeline development.
• Use performance data and market intelligence to evaluate ROI, allocate resources, and identify opportunities to improve team effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Operations, Marketing, Student Program, and other departments to strengthen clinical recruitment and employer brand strategies.
• Identify and implement improvements to Clinical Engagement processes, technology, reporting, and team effectiveness.
• Represent PT Solutions at universities, conferences, professional organizations, and other external events as needed.
• Manage escalated issues and conflicts involving internal and external stakeholders.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and establish clear priorities, expectations, and accountability.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into actionable talent engagement strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret performance data and make informed recommendations.
• Demonstrated ownership of results and ability to achieve measurable goals.
• Effective organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to coach, develop, and lead through others.
• Sound judgment, initiative, adaptability, and follow-through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, and Windows-based applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information.

Required Credentials

• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated leadership experience, including formal people management, with a track record of leading teams and leveraging data and metrics to drive performance
• Experience in clinical recruitment, talent engagement, university relations, or workforce development preferred.
• Experience building relationships with students, universities, academic programs, and other key talent partners.
• Demonstrated history of achieving measurable goals and performance outcomes.
• Requires up to 30% travel within the U.S.

Compensation:

• $115,000 -130,000 annually (Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience, and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position

A Top Workplace

At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities. From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training. 

PT Solutions has been named a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback. We’ve also earned five Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Professional Development, Work-Life Flexibility, Appreciation, and Purpose & Values. This recognition reflects a culture built around supporting our people. It’s not just what we do, but how we make people feel. Through human connection, intentional care, and being all in for one another, we create experiences that make a difference. Because together, we do great better.

Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today!  To see what #PTSLife is like, visit Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply!