Background Investigation, Business Development, Business-to-Business (B2B), Candidate Sourcing, Cold Calling Skills, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Acquisition, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Email Campaign, Entrepreneurship, Executive Recruiting, Executive Relationships, Healthcare, LinkedIn, Market Development, Market Trend Analysis, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Physician Assistant, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Programming Tools, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Pipeline, Sales Prospecting, Salesforce.com, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Team Player, Technical Leadership, VMS Operating System, Vendor/Supplier Management, Writing Skills
Advanced Practice Full Desk Recruiter (Business Development Focus)
Fort Lauderdale, FL | Full-Time | Remote Considered for Qualified Candidates
Palm Health Resources is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Full Desk Recruiter with a proven track record in locum tenens staffing, business development, and candidate placement. This role is designed for a recruiter who thrives on building new client relationships, generating revenue, and placing top-tier Advanced Practice Providers nationwide.
With immediate access to more than 500 active staffing contracts, industry-leading technology, and an established brand in healthcare staffing, you'll have the resources needed to build and scale a highly successful desk.
What You'll Do
Business Development & Client Growth
- Prospect, develop, and secure new healthcare client partnerships nationwide.
- Build and maintain relationships with healthcare executives, hiring managers, and key decision-makers.
- Expand existing accounts while identifying new market opportunities.
- Serve as a trusted staffing partner and consultant to clients.
Candidate Recruitment & Placement
- Source, recruit, and place Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, CRNAs, and other Advanced Practice Providers.
- Conduct high-volume outreach through cold calling, texting, email campaigns, networking, and referrals.
- Evaluate candidate qualifications, licensure, certifications, and practice experience.
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing through placement.
Pipeline & Performance Management
- Maintain accurate candidate and client activity within Salesforce CRM.
- Consistently meet or exceed activity, placement, and revenue goals.
- Stay informed on market trends, provider availability, and client hiring needs.
Tools & Resources
- Salesforce CRM
- LinkedIn Recruiter
- Definitive Healthcare
- Indeed and leading healthcare job boards
- Vendor Management Systems (VMS)
- DocCafe
- NursingJobCafe
- PA JobSite
What We're Looking For
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum 2+ years running a full desk within Advanced Practice locum tenens recruiting.
- Proven success in both business development and candidate placement.
- Strong B2B sales, client acquisition, and account management experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Key Traits
- Competitive, self-motivated, and results-driven.
- Strong negotiation and closing skills.
- Comfortable making 50+ outbound calls daily.
- Organized and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Resilient, persistent, and highly accountable.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a true hunter mentality.
Why Palm Health Resources?
- Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission.
- Access to 500+ active staffing contracts and immediate job opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- PTO and paid holidays.
- Collaborative, high-performance team culture.
- Industry-leading recruiting and business development tools.
- Clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Work Environment
This is primarily an in-office position based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Remote opportunities may be considered for highly qualified candidates residing more than 200 miles outside the state of Florida with a demonstrated history of full-desk recruiting success.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Palm Health Resources is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
Additional Requirements
- Successful completion of a background check.
- Pre-employment drug screening.
Ready to build a high-impact recruiting career with unlimited earning potential? Apply today and join a team that gives you the tools, support, and opportunities to succeed.
Palm Health Resources is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.