Clinical Operations Recruiter

Dr Lane & Associates•Fuquay-Varina, NC

About The Position

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry is seeking a motivated, organized Clinical Operations Recruiter to support hiring across its dental practices throughout North Carolina. The role focuses on recruiting Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienists, and Hygiene Assistants; it does not recruit doctors. The recruiter works with corporate leadership and office management to meet staffing needs and attract qualified clinical candidates. The position involves managing recruiting activities from sourcing and screening through interviews, pre-employment checks, hiring decisions, and candidate follow-up. It also includes maintaining records in the Applicant Tracking System, supporting recruiting events, and keeping current with recruiting trends and market conditions.

Requirements

At least 2 years of a dental clinical background.
1–2 years of recruiting experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienist, and Hygiene Assistant positions and their qualifications.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple open positions and priorities simultaneously.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Strong computer skills and ability to learn ATS and recruiting platforms.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with corporate leadership and practice teams.
Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented.
Ability to lift 15–20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Dental recruitment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Recruit and hire Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienists, and Hygiene Assistants across multiple locations.
Partner with corporate leadership and office management to assess staffing needs and develop location-specific recruiting strategies.
Establish recruitment goals, timelines, and sourcing strategies based on staffing needs and hiring priorities.
Source, review, and screen candidates for clinical and organizational fit.
Schedule and conduct candidate interviews.
Maintain accurate and timely candidate and requisition information in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Post, monitor, and maintain job vacancies across job boards, recruiting platforms, and other sourcing channels.
Coordinate and track pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screenings, reference checks, and other required screenings.
Follow up with hiring managers after interviews to obtain feedback.
Communicate placement decisions and provide timely follow-up to candidates throughout the recruiting process.
Participate in job fairs, campus recruiting events, networking opportunities, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
Stay current on recruiting trends, best practices, and market conditions to improve talent acquisition strategies.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance coverage after 90 days, including medical, vision, dental, life, FSA, disability insurance, and more.
Competitive compensation.
401(k) Employer Contribution Plan.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Fridays off at 2 PM.
Employee Assistance Program.
Team events, giveaways, and social campaigns.
Birthday and work anniversary surprises from the owners.
Volunteer opportunities through the Smile Squad.
Access to unique experiences, exclusive events, and special company perks through the organization's partnerships as an official team dentist.