Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist

About the role

The Smilist is seeking a proactive and resourceful Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will focus on identifying, engaging, and building relationships with passive candidates across a variety of clinical positions (Doctors and Registered Dental Hygienists). Working closely with recruiters, you will develop talent pipelines, conduct strategic outreach, and help ensure a consistent flow of qualified candidates to support our organization's growth.

Responsibilities

• Source and identify passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, social media, networking, referrals, and other sourcing tools
• Build and maintain pipelines of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs
• Partner closely with recruiters and hiring teams to understand position requirements and ideal candidate profiles
• Conduct initial outreach to prospective candidates through email, phone, LinkedIn, and other communication channels
• Generate candidate interest and schedule qualified candidates with recruiters
• Track sourcing activity and maintain accurate candidate records within the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Continuously research new sourcing strategies, talent pools, and market trends
• Assist with talent mapping and competitive intelligence initiatives
• Support employer branding efforts through candidate engagement and networking

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in talent sourcing, recruiting, or headhunting
• Experience sourcing passive candidates is required
• Experience sourcing within the dental or healthcare industry is a plus, but not required
• Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, applicant tracking systems, and other sourcing platforms
• Strong research, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Creative sourcing techniques and Boolean search experience
• Ability to identify and engage hard-to-find talent
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to personalize candidate outreach
• Collaborative mindset and a team-first attitude

What You'll Bring

• Curiosity and persistence in finding exceptional talent
• A positive, professional approach to candidate engagement
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• A passion for helping build high-performing teams through strategic sourcing

Pay

$65,000/year

Schedule

Hybrid in Great Neck, NY or remote work arrangements