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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Chicago, IL · Posted October 16, 2026
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- #1Best cities for government pay after cost of living$146k · of 18
- #1Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Midwest684 jobs · of 51
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About the job
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.
Job Description Summary The Recruiter will identify and deploy recruitment strategies in order to develop a pipeline of potential candidates for multiple business lines. Conduct thorough interviews of candidates that include extensive review of work history and interests, compensations earned, as well as behavioral interviewing tactics in order to make best match.
The Recruiter will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
The Recruiter will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.
Job Description
The Recruiter will:
Source, screen, interview and facilitate hiring of qualified candidates for assigned openings, which typically are for hourly through professional positions.
Assess candidate fit by conducting thorough screening utilizing tools and techniques developed/approved by recruiting management.
Maintain key contacts and relationships with recruiting sources.
Establish, cultivate, and maintain ongoing relationships with potential candidates in order to grow pool of referrals, maintaining and updating records of prospects on an-ongoing basis.
Assist with implementing souring strategies through online web resources, direct sourcing of resumes through efforts such as resume string searches through online engines, and direct mail campaigns to identify candidates.
Promote SRAlab at a variety of recruitment functions such as job fairs, university and college career days, and career events targeted for special populations. Cultivate applicant attendee relationships, identifying possible talent. Coordinate interviews from attendee lists.
Develop and maintain relationships among diverse, multifunctional units throughout the organization.
Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports directly to the Vice President, Human Resources
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Education level appropriate with what is normally gained through the acquisition of a bachelor's degree.
Entry level to 2 years of recruitment experience with a basic understanding of sourcing strategies and behavioral interview techniques and learns to use professional concepts
Demonstrated appropriate customer service attitudes and services in a variety of work settings.
Workday experience preferred
Demonstrated skills and abilities in collaborative efforts with experience in team/project oriented activities.
Ability to adapt to a variety of human resource issues with successful outcomes and demonstrate openness to new ideas and approaches.
Strong understanding and appreciation of a diverse work environment and have demonstrated initiatives for recruiting for diversity.
Ability to relate well to people and work in cooperation with others to effectively coordinate activities.
Ability to communicate effectively through writing and oral presentations.
Able to apply company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues
Able to follow standard instructions, practices, and procedures to resolve routine issues.
Basic proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, Internet and presentation software.
Working Conditions:
Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
Position may include travel to offsite recruitment events.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Pay and Benefits*:
Pay Range: 40.00 USD Hourly
Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
*Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position.
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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