Recruiting Canvasser - Dental Talent Network

Job Title: Recruiting Canvasser – Dental Talent Network (Coastal North Carolina)
Location: Based onsite at Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry – Wilmington and surrounding NC Coast (with regular travel throughout the NC Coastal market)
Reports To: Recruiting Manager / HR Director
Status: Temporary/Seasonal, Part-Time (8–12 weeks) — 24 hours/week, flexible days

Job Summary:
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is seeking a Recruiting Canvasser for a temporary, part-time engagement to build our talent pipeline across Coastal North Carolina. This role will be based onsite at one of our Riccobene Coastal offices working alongside the existing team to understand the day-to-day culture and needs of the practice. Being embedded in the office allows this person to build genuine relationships with current staff, tap into their professional networks, and represent the practice authentically when out in the community. Outside of time in the office, this role is about being present — attending community events, building relationships with dental programs and local offices, and creating a steady flow of qualified Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, and Patient Coordinators who know our name before we ever have an opening. This is a great fit for someone who thrives on face-to-face connection and wants a flexible, short-term project with real impact.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Onsite Team Integration
Work onsite at one of our Riccobene Coastal, NC locations to build rapport with the existing clinical and front office team
Learn the day-to-day culture, workflows, and needs of the practice to accurately represent it to prospective candidates
Build relationships with current team members and, where appropriate, tap into their professional networks for referrals and introductions
Community & Network Building
Build and maintain relationships with local dental hygiene programs, dental assisting schools, and community colleges in the NC Coastal area
Attend RDH/DA continuing education (CE) courses, seminars, and professional development events to network with practicing hygienists and assistants
Visit other local dental offices in person to introduce Riccobene Associates, drop off information, and open the door for future conversations with staff who may be exploring a change
Represent the practice at job fairs, career days, healthcare networking events, and community functions
Establish ongoing contact with instructors, program coordinators, and career services staff to become a trusted point of contact for graduating students
Candidate Sourcing & Pipeline Development
Proactively identify and engage passive candidates (not just active job seekers) for DH, DA, and PC roles
Maintain a running pipeline/database of prospective candidates for current and future openings
Conduct initial outreach and screening conversations to gauge interest and fit
Events & Partnerships
Plan and execute grassroots recruiting events (open houses, "meet the team" sessions, coffee chats)
Partner with local dental associations and professional groups to increase brand visibility
Represent the Riccobene Associates brand professionally in all community settings, including when visiting other practices
Coordination & Reporting
Work closely with the internal recruiting/HR team to hand off qualified candidates
Track outreach activity, events attended, and pipeline metrics
Provide regular updates on market trends, competitor activity, and candidate availability in the NC Coastal region
Qualifications
1+ years in recruiting, sales, community outreach, or relationship-based work (dental/healthcare experience a plus, not required)
Comfortable initiating conversations and building rapport with strangers, including walking into offices cold
Comfortable working onsite alongside a clinical team and integrating into an existing office culture
Self-directed — this role works with a lot of autonomy in the field
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally within NC Coast, including between the NC Coastal locations
Strong organizational skills to track a growing candidate pipeline
Available for the full 8–12 week engagement
Skills & Competencies
Outgoing, personable, natural relationship-builder
Strong verbal communication and active listening
Basic proficiency with an ATS or CRM tool (or willingness to learn)
Self-motivated with strong follow-through
Benefits
Competitive Pay: $20–$25/hour, with flexibility based on experience
Flexible Schedule: Choose your days — 24 hours/week worked around your availability
Variety & Autonomy: No two days look the same — split time between the NC Coastal teams, local dental offices, schools, and community events
Built-In Networking: Get face time with dental professionals, program instructors, and industry contacts across the NC Coastal market — great for anyone building a career in healthcare recruiting, sales, or dental industry relationships
Resume-Building Experience: Hands-on exposure to talent acquisition, community outreach, and relationship-based recruiting
Short-Term Commitment: A defined 8–12 week engagement — ideal for someone between roles, supplementing income, or testing out recruiting/HR as a career path
Be Part of Something Growing: Play a direct role in helping Riccobene Associates build its team during a key growth period