Human Resources Business Partner

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is "Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation." Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

• Critical Access Hospital
• 24/7 Emergency Department
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care

To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org

Pay Range (depending on experience):

$31.09 - $44.41

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Job Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to healthcare leaders and departments, aligning human resources practices with organizational goals to support high-quality patient care and operational excellence. This role partners with clinical and non-clinical leadership to drive workforce strategy, employee engagement, compliance, and talent management in a complex, highly regulated healthcare environment.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership

• Act as a trusted advisor to executives, physicians, nursing leaders, and department managers.
• Align HR initiatives with organizational goals, patient care priorities, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze workforce trends and provide insights to inform decision-making.
• Participate in strategic planning including workforce planning and succession strategies.

Employee Relations

• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure consistent application of policies and procedures while maintaining fairness and compliance.
• Coach leaders on effective leadership practices and communication.

Talent Management & Development

• Partner with leadership to identify staffing needs and support recruitment strategies in a competitive healthcare labor market.
• Facilitate talent development, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
• Promote employee engagement and retention strategies, particularly for critical clinical roles.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
• Support audits, investigations, and accreditation readiness activities.
• Maintain knowledge of labor laws, union agreements (if applicable), and healthcare standards.

Performance Management

• Lead performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and improvement plans.
• Support leaders in managing underperformance and recognizing high performers.

Change Management

• Support organizational changes such as mergers, acquisitions, restructures, and departmental changes.
• Develop and execute change management plans to ensure smooth transitions.
• Communicate effectively with staff during periods of change.

Compensation & Benefits Collaboration

• Partner with compensation and benefits teams to ensure competitive offerings and equitable pay practices.
• Provide guidance to leadership on compensation decisions and workforce budgeting.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

• Promote a culture of inclusion and belonging across the organization.
• Support initiatives to increase workforce diversity and reduce disparities in employee experience.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field required
• Master's degree preferred

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR are preferred
• Healthcare HR certifications (e.g., ASHHRA) are preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Understanding of healthcare operations, including clinical and support roles
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to influence and build relationships at all organizational levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of discretion and professionalism
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Work Environment

• Works in hospitals, clinics, or healthcare system offices
• May require occasional evening or weekend hours based on operational needs
• Interaction with clinical staff, leadership, and support departments

Key Performance Indicators

• Employee engagement and retention rates
• Time-to-fill critical roles
• Reduction in employee relations cases / improved outcomes
• Compliance audit results
• Leadership satisfaction with HR support

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Director of Human Resources or HR Leader
• Partners with: Clinical leadership, department managers, executive team

Physical Requirements

• Lifting
• Lifting 10-35lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Lifting > 35lbs: Never (0% of the time)
• Carrying
• Carrying 10-35lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Carrying > 35lbs: Never (0% of the time)
• Pushing/Pulling: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Sitting: Constant (>70% of the time)
• Standing: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Walking: Frequent (30-70% of the time)
• Bending/Stooping: Seldom (1-10% of the time)
• Crouching: Seldom (1-10% of the time)

Sensory Requirements

• Vision: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices
• Hearing: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices
• Speech: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices

FTE:

1

Work Shift:

All non union, non exempt staff

Working Location:

Elma, Washington

Benefits:

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!

We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits offered by SPMC:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental (including Orthodontia)
• Vision
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
• Daycare subsidized benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
• 457 retirement account for additional funds
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoking Cessation Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
• Beautiful on-site gym for employees
• Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
• Walking trails on site

Additional Information:

• Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services.
• Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as:
• Hiking/ walking trails - whether you're looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world!
• Kayaking- There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views.
• Nature viewing- Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car)
• Fishing & Hunting- If you're looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks!
• Other activities- Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn.
• Nearby colleges- Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state.

Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital's programs, activities, services, and employment.

This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.