Physician Recruiter - Healthcare Staffing

About the role

Based in-office in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Sales Consultants at Hayes Locums play a critical role in connecting healthcare facilities with top physician and advanced practice provider (APP) talent. This is a relationship-driven, performance-based role that blends consultative sales and recruiting, supported by strong internal teams and a proven model for career growth. Our nationally recognized Sales Training Program was ranked #5 Top Training Program in the U.S. (2026) by Training Magazine.

As a Sales Consultant, you will play a critical role in connecting healthcare facilities with top physician talent. This is a fast-paced, goal-driven role where success comes from building strong relationships, delivering exceptional service, and driving results. You'll receive comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you thrive in our dynamic, collaborative environment.

Why This Role Stands Out

• In-office, highly collaborative sales environment
• Learn side-by-side with top-performing consultants
• Proven model for long-term career and financial growth
• Clear path to six-figure and seven-figure earnings potential

Responsibilities

• Source and engage physicians through outreach, networking, and research
• Build and grow a book of business using a consultative sales approach, with telephone engagement as a primary driver of business growth
• Execute high-volume outbound activity, including cold calling
• Conduct consultative conversations to understand candidate needs
• Conduct interviews with physician candidates to understand their experience, preferences, and availability
• Match physicians to opportunities aligned with client needs
• Develop and maintain new business opportunities through prospecting and account planning
• Maintain and grow relationships through ongoing outreach
• Partner with internal teams on licensing, credentialing, and compliance
• Collaborate with internal teams to manage the full recruitment process, including licensing, credentialing, compliance, and travel arrangements
• Deliver a high-touch candidate experience while managing priorities
• Deliver a white-glove candidate experience while managing multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment
• Apply research techniques beyond traditional job boards to identify and attract top physician talent
• Perform other duties as needed

Training & Development

All new consultants complete a 6-week, award-winning training program designed to build a strong foundation for long-term success. During training, you will:

• Learn the locum tenens staffing model and healthcare market
• Develop sourcing and recruiting strategies for physician talent
• Practice consultative sales and negotiation skills
• Gain exposure to credentialing, compliance, and operations
• Build pipeline management and call structure skills
• Establish daily habits that drive consistent performance

You'll be supported by Sales Enablement and leadership through:

• Hands-on coaching
• Weekly benchmarks
• Continuous feedback

Requirements

• Competitive mindset and success in goal-driven environments
• Strong communication, research, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to prioritize and perform in a fast-paced setting
• Professional presence, resilience, and results-driven mindset
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience in sales, recruiting, account management, hospitality, or customer service
• High-volume phone or B2B sales experience
• Prior experience in sales, recruiting, account management, or customer service preferred
• High-volume phone experience and/or business-to-business sales is an asset
• Competitive mindset with experience thriving in goal-driven environments (sports or organizational involvement is a plus)
• Strong research skills and curiosity to uncover new opportunities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on building long-term relationships
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize in a fast-paced setting
• Professional presence with a "will to win" and entrepreneurial mindset
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Compensation & Career Growth

Hayes Locums rewards success through a combination of base salary, bonus, and uncapped commission. Our compensation model is designed to support early development while providing meaningful long-term financial upside for sustained performance.

Compensation includes:

• $50,000 starting base salary
• $18,000 guaranteed bonus (first 18 months at $1,000 per month)
• Uncapped commission

Sales Consultants are uncapped commission-eligible from day one.

Earning Potential:

• Six-figure earnings possible within 2 years
• Experienced consultants: $300K–$800K+ OTE (4–5+ years)
• Top performers: seven-figure earnings

For your first 18 months as a Sales Consultant, you'll receive an additional $18,000 guaranteed bonus ($1,000 per month) on top of your base salary. After this period, your commission structure becomes uncapped and highly competitive, with top performers earning significant income based on results. It is common for experienced consultants to achieve total OTE in the $300,000–$800,000 range within 4–5+ years, depending on performance.

The posted salary range represents base compensation for this role. Actual earnings may vary based on experience, education, and individual performance. In addition to base pay, employees are eligible for OTE incentives and bonus opportunities.

Hayes Locums celebrates success through programs like President's Club, reinforcing a high-performance, results-driven culture.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Mental Health Resources
• Learning and Development Courses
• PTO and Paid Holidays

About Hayes Locums

Hayes Locums is one of the United States' leading physician staffing firms, specializing in locum tenens placements for hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations nationwide. Our passion is matching physicians and advanced practice clinicians with the right locum tenens opportunities because quality matches lead to quality care. Founded in 2012, Hayes Locums is trusted nationwide for integrity, reliability, and service excellence. We are ranked the 6th largest locum tenens firm by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Culture & Workplace

Hayes Locums fosters a work-hard, play-hard culture built on collaboration, accountability, and shared success. Our Fort Lauderdale office features:

• Modern, open-office design with glass-walled offices
• Lounge areas for collaboration
• Private, employee-only gym
• Fully stocked kitchens on each floor
• Onsite amenities including ping pong, foosball, and a golf simulator