Clinical Operations Recruiter

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance coverage after

Job summary

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry is seeking a Clinical Operations Recruiter to develop and execute recruiting strategies for our dental practices. You will collaborate with office managers and our corporate team to understand staffing needs and attract qualified clinical candidates.

Key responsibilities include analyzing labor markets, posting vacancies, screening candidates, coordinating interviews and pre-employment screenings, and maintaining ATS data.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong dental clinical background is required.
• Prior experience in a dental practice is preferred.
• Recruiting or hiring experience is a plus.
• Solid understanding of dental roles, clinical operations, and staffing needs.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Research labor market data to benchmark salaries and talent demand.
• Partner with leadership to assess staffing needs and define strategies.
• Set recruitment goals, timelines, and sourcing plans.
• Source, screen, and identify candidates meeting requirements.
• Schedule and conduct candidate interviews.
• Maintain accurate candidate and requisition data in ATS.
• Post and monitor vacancies across job boards and platforms.
• Coordinate background checks, drug tests, references, and screenings.
• Provide timely feedback to hiring managers after interviews.
• Communicate placement decisions to candidates throughout process.
• Participate in job fairs and campus recruiting events.
• Stay current on recruiting trends and market conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ATS

Recruiting platforms

Job description

The Clinical Operations Recruiter will develop and implement recruiting strategies to attract qualified clinical candidates for our dental practices. This role will work closely with office managers and the corporate team to understand staffing needs and find the right candidates for our practices.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Research and analyze labor market data to maintain a current understanding of competitive salaries, candidate availability, and talent demand within specific markets and locations.
• Partner closely with corporate leadership and office management to assess staffing needs and develop effective, location-specific recruiting strategies.
• Establish recruitment goals, timelines, and sourcing strategies based on organizational staffing needs and hiring priorities.
• Source, review, and screen candidates to identify qualified talent aligned with clinical and organizational requirements.
• Schedule and conduct candidate interviews.
• Maintain accurate and timely candidate and requisition information throughout the recruitment process within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Post, monitor, and maintain job vacancies across appropriate 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 following interviews to obtain feedback.
• Communicate placement decisions and provide timely follow-up to candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Participate in job fairs, campus recruiting events, networking opportunities, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
• State current on recruiting trends, best practices, and market conditions to continuously improve talent acquisition strategies.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong dental clinical background required.
• Previous experience working in a dental practice preferred.
• Recruiting or hiring experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of dental roles, clinical operations, and practice staffing needs.
• 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.

Our Benefits & Perks Include

• 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 our owners!
• Volunteer opportunities through our Smile Squad!

Be Part of Something Special

Lane & Associates is proud to be the Official Team Dentist of the Carolina Hurricanes, Durham Bulls, UNC Athletics, and Campbell Camels, giving our team members access to unique experiences, exclusive events, and special company perks.