Dental Recruiter (1099 Contractor)

Key Responsibilities Source & Recruit: Find qualified dental professionals (DDS/DMD, dental hygienists, assistants, and specialists) using job boards, LinkedIn, professional networks, and direct outreach. Client Relations: Partner with dental practice owners, hiring managers, and DSOs to understand their hiring needs and present top-tier candidates.

Position Overview

• Role: Independent Dental Recruiter (1099 Contractor)
• Location: Fully Remote / Work From Home
• Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
• Compensation: Commission-based, performance bonuses, or split-fee structure (unlimited earning potential)

Key Responsibilities

• Source & Recruit: Find qualified dental professionals (DDS/DMD, dental hygienists, assistants, and specialists) using job boards, LinkedIn, professional networks, and direct outreach.
• Screen & Interview: Conduct initial phone screens and interviews to assess clinical competency, cultural fit, licensing status, and salary expectations.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain an active, organized candidate database and tracking pipeline.
• Client Relations: Partner with dental practice owners, hiring managers, and DSOs to understand their hiring needs and present top-tier candidates.
• Negotiation & Placement: Assist in facilitating interviews, feedback sessions, and offer negotiations between the candidate and the practice.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Proven recruiting experience; background in dental, healthcare, or clinical executive search is strongly preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with dental office workflows, licensing requirements (DDS/DMD), and dental specialties.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Self-motivated, autonomous, and comfortable working under a 1099 commission/contract structure.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal, written, and relationship-building skills.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient with applicant tracking systems (ATS), LinkedIn, and remote communication tools.