Alton Wilson
Director of Recruiting, NYC Health + Hospitals
Professional Overview
Alton Wilson is a seasoned talent acquisition professional with over 15 years of experience driving strategic recruiting initiatives. As the Director of Recruiting at NYC Health + Hospitals, he oversees a team of recruiters responsible for sourcing and securing top-tier medical professionals to support the organization's critical healthcare operations.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As Director of Recruiting at NYC Health + Hospitals, Alton is responsible for leading the organization's recruitment function and ensuring a steady pipeline of qualified candidates for key clinical and administrative roles. He manages a team of 20 recruiters, overseeing all aspects of the hiring process, from job requisition development to offer negotiations. Under Alton's leadership, the recruiting team has consistently exceeded talent acquisition goals, reducing time-to-fill by 30% and improving candidate satisfaction scores by 45% over the past 3 years.
Career Progression
Prior to joining NYC Health + Hospitals, Alton served as the Senior Recruiter at Mount Sinai Hospital, where he specialized in sourcing and placing physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. In this role, he developed innovative recruitment strategies that resulted in a 25% increase in qualified applicants. Earlier in his career, Alton held Recruiting Coordinator positions at several leading healthcare organizations, gaining valuable experience in applicant tracking, employer branding, and talent pipeline management.
Academic Background
Alton holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Baruch College, where he graduated Cum Laude. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Human Resource Management from New York University to further enhance his strategic talent acquisition expertise.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Strategy
- Workforce Planning and Talent Pipeline Development
- Employer Branding and Candidate Engagement
- Applicant Tracking and Recruiting Automation
- Healthcare Recruitment and Staffing
Professional Impact
As an active member of the Healthcare Recruiters International (HCRI) organization, Alton has contributed to several industry-leading initiatives, including the development of a best-practice guide for virtual hiring during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has also been a featured speaker at numerous HCRI and American Hospital Association (AHA) events, sharing his expertise in data-driven recruitment and leveraging technology to optimize the hiring process.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of success, Alton Wilson is a valuable asset to the NYC Health + Hospitals team. His commitment to driving innovation and delivering measurable results in the highly competitive healthcare recruitment landscape make him a true leader in the field.
