The Hiring Process

The journey from applicant to team member

At Coosa Valley Medical Center, we want to do more than fill our open positions. We want to hire candidates who will genuinely thrive here — individuals who embrace our Mission and Core Values as enthusiastically as they strive to achieve their career goals. Our hiring process is structured to ensure that new team members are stepping into roles where they can excel…where they can grow both personally and professionally…and where they can have a positive, lasting impact on other team members and the communities we serve. Here’s an overview of the steps involved from the point an application is submitted to when an individual is hired:

  1. Candidates apply for a position on the website.
  2. Our recruiter will review applicants for qualifications and other relevant information related to the job. Candidates who are a “best fit” for the position are submitted to leadership for review.
  3. Leadership reviews candidates and decides whom to screen by phone or bring on-site for an interview. 
  4. Leadership begins interviewing candidates, a process which may take several weeks.
  5. When a candidate is selected for the role, the recruiter contacts the candidate to extend an offer and share the position’s salary. (This is a conditional offer pending a background check, references, and pre-employment drug screening.)
  6. When an offer is accepted, a background check, references, and pre-employment drug screen are conducted.
  7. Once hired, the first day of employment will be at the next agreed upon New Team Member Orientation.


Please keep in mind

While the above list provides a general overview of the hiring process, the steps may vary from position to position based on each role’s responsibilities and qualifications. Please remember the following when applying for a job:

  • The hiring process could take weeks up to a few months and may take longer for hard-to-fill positions.
  • You may not receive a reply to your application.
  • Interviews may be conducted one-on-one, in a panel format, or both.
  • In addition to a background check, candidates who receive an offer will be subject to drug/alcohol testing.
  • Any falsification, misleading, or omitted materials on the application form may result in the job offer being withdrawn or, if employed, may be subject to termination.

Your First Day

New Team Member Orientation

On your first day of employment, you will participate in New Team Member Orientation, a program that gives insight into Coosa Valley Medical Center, our culture, and operations. In addition to learning more about our organization, you’ll meet some of your colleagues and our leadership team. Here is a general outline of the topics covered and discussed during New Hire Orientation.


Who is CVMC?

  • Our Mission/Guest Excellence/Core Values
  • Services Offered
  • CVMC Culture & Expectations
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Excellence in Customer Service


Organizational Competencies

  • Corporate Compliance
  • Joint Commission/Accreditation
  • Information on Organizational Structure


Although much of your New Team Member Orientation will occur in a classroom setting, you must complete several competencies through our Computer Based Learning System.

Your First 6 Months

Succeeding in your new role

At Coosa Valley Medical Center, we want to provide you with the support, tools, and resources you need to excel as a member of our team. After completing the New Team Member Orientation, you will spend the next week or so familiarizing yourself with the organization, your department, and your colleagues. You will sit with your supervisor to set goals and define expectations for yourself and your position. This paves the way for you to check in with your manager over the next several months and beyond to assess your progress and performance and to see where you’re succeeding and where you may need additional training and development.

Keeping In Touch

We are dedicated to making your orientation to CVMC and your department a great experience. As part of this, after 60 days, you will be asked to complete a New Team Member survey. This is an opportunity to let us know how we are doing, and we encourage your feedback on any questions or concerns you may have. Remember, the Human Resources Department is here to answer any questions. You are welcome to speak with us Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, or after hours by calling the switchboard at 256-401-4000.