Justin Bratcher

About Justin Bratcher

Driven Senior Healthcare Recruiter, committed to helping others find their home at Phelps Health. I bring over decade of experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR operations. I oversee a team of two healthcare recruiters serving a 2,100 employee strong healthcare system in South Central Missouri. Passionate about resolving employee issues and grievances while improving company culture. Skilled in implementing new HR strategies and policies. Strong leadership/management skills supported by a Master of Arts from Western Kentucky University and almost 15 years of experience as a Human Resources Officer in the United States Army.I have a passion for helping Service Members and Spouses find a soft landing when they separate from the military. I know the transition from predictability to the unknown is a scary feeling because I experienced those same feelings after almost 15 years of active service. Please do not hesitate to reach out if I can help in any way.

Experience

1. Senior Healthcare Recruiter

   Phelps Health

   Dec 2025 — Present · Rolla, MO, US

   Oversee and mentor a team of two healthcare recruiters. Responsible for completing full recruiting life cycle to include requisition generation, lead development, employment offers, employee background checks, onboarding, preparation of orientation, etc. Performs processing of new hire employees by reviewing relevant information for accuracy. Maintains Applicant Tracking System via Workday by processing applications, posting vacancies, and closing requisitions in a timely manner. Conducts intake calls with hiring managers and maintains consistent contact throughout the recruitment process to ensure timely recruitment of candidates for high priority openings and job needs. Responsible for attending career and job fairs as required to present job opportunities and solicit applications for employment. Provides Applicant Tracking System training for new managers, ensuring managers have adequate access to system and a general understanding of tasks required to fill requisitions in a timely manner. Utilizes multiple approaches to source qualified candidates by developing recruitment strategies to achieve and maintain required staffing levels across a 2,100 employee organization. Connects with higher education institutions across the State of Missouri to develop collaborative partnerships for workforce recruitment to include specialty and hard to fill roles.

Education

• Austin Peay State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

• Western Kentucky University

  Master of Arts - MA, Organizational Leadership

• Daviess County High School

  High School Diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program