Human Resources Business Partner

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.”

About the role

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.

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.

Requirements

• Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field required.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
• Certifications
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR are preferred.
  • Healthcare HR certifications (e.g., ASHHRA) are preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and 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 < 10lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time).
• Lifting 10-35lbs: Seldom (1-10% of the time).
• Lifting > 35lbs: Never (0% of the time).
• Carrying < 10lbs: Occasional (10-30% of the time).
• 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.

Pay

$31.09 - $45.49 per hour (depending on experience).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, prescription, dental (including orthodontia), and vision coverage.
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA.
• Subsidized daycare benefit.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• 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 (e.g., Spirit Team).
• On-site gym and instructor-led fitness classes (e.g., Yoga, Kettlebells, Bootcamps).
• Walking trails on site.

About the Location

Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. 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 on site or nearby, including trails at the Quinault Rainforest.
• Kayaking with beautiful views.
• Nature viewing, including whale watching towers and tours, state parks, and the Olympic Game Farm.
• Fishing and hunting, with guided tours available.
• Other activities: museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), surfing, and surfing lessons.
• Nearby colleges: Grays Harbor College and other community/state colleges and universities.