Job Description

At Dental Associates Minnesota, we're on a mission to provide quality, affordable dental care to everyone in our community. We're seeking passionate, mission-driven professionals who want to make a meaningful impact by serving others.

As we continue to grow, we're hiring a Dental Recruiter to champion our story, mission, vision, and values. This role plays a vital part in attracting, hiring, and onboarding clinical and administrative team members, including Dentists, Dental Therapists, Hygienists, Dental Assistants, front desk, and support staff. You'll help build a strong pipeline of candidates, support hiring managers, and ensure a smooth and welcoming onboarding experience for new team members.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Talent Sourcing & Relationship Building
• Build and maintain relationships with dental schools, associations, and clinicians to source top talent.
• Represent Dental Associates MN at industry events, career fairs, and dental school programs.
• Maintain an active candidate pipeline using job boards, social media, referrals, and outreach efforts.
• Engage with pre-doctoral and post-grad dental programs to connect with emerging professionals.

• Full-Cycle Recruitment
• Partner with practice leadership to define hiring needs and role requirements.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts, from job postings to interviews to offer letters.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates for skills, experience, and culture fit.
• Facilitate interview feedback and guide hiring decisions in partnership with leadership.
• Prepare and extend offer letters, employment agreements, and coordinate pre-employment screenings.
• Track and report recruitment data (e.g., time-to-fill, pipeline health, requisition activity).

• Candidate Experience & Onboarding Support
• Support candidates throughout the hiring journey, including offer negotiations and relocation (if applicable).
• Coordinate with internal HR support to ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new hires.
• Help develop and improve onboarding processes to promote early engagement and retention.

• Practice Partnership & Hiring Manager Support
• Serve as a partner to dental practices in identifying staffing needs and aligning recruiting strategies.
• Provide tools, resources, and guidance to hiring managers, including interview training and best practices.
• Schedule interviews and facilitate communication between candidates and hiring teams.

• Market & Industry Awareness
• Stay informed on trends in dental education, licensure, and workforce developments.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on market data and candidate feedback.

• HR Support & Collaboration
• Partner with practice leadership to align recruiting strategies with broader HR initiatives.
• Provide input and feedback on talent planning, onboarding improvements, and employee engagement efforts.

EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years of experience in the dental profession.
• 3+ years of experience recruiting healthcare professionals; dental recruiting experience strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of dental roles, licensure requirements, and educational pathways.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities.