Fractional Head of Talent

Fractional Head of Talent Overview We are a rapidly growing, vibrant dental practice just outside of the Greater Toronto area seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fractional Head of Talent to join our team on a contract basis. Your primary focus will be the end-to-end sourcing and pre-screening of an exceptional Dental Associate licensed to practice in Ontario, Canada. This is a critical role essential for our practice's expansion and commitment to clinical excellence. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to identify passive and active Dental Associate candidates within Ontario (e.g., direct outreach, professional networks, dental-specific job boards, social media). Candidate Engagement: Craft compelling outreach messages to engage top-tier Associates and effectively represent our practice's unique value proposition. Pre-Screening & Qualification: Conduct initial, in-depth screening interviews to assess candidates on: Clinical experience and specialties (e.g., general, restorative, etc.) Licensure status and good standing with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). Cultural fit, communication skills, and alignment with our patient-centric values. Candidate Pipeline Management: Maintain a well-organized pipeline, providing regular updates and detailed candidate reports to the Practice Owner and Business Manager. Process Refinement: Advise on best practices for interview processes. Must-Have Skills & Experience Proven Recruitment Success: Demonstrated track record of successfully sourcing and placing specialized healthcare professionals, ideally Dentists. Healthcare Industry Acumen: Strong understanding of the dental recruitment landscape, including professional terminology. Excellent Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for professional outreach and screening interviews. Remote/Fractional Work Ethic: Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently and asynchronously. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) & Metrics This role will be evaluated based on the delivery of a high-quality, actionable candidate pipeline. 5-8 Qualified Leads Delivered (monthly) Number of RCDSO-licensed Associates who pass the initial screen and are recommended for a final interview with the Practice Owner. 15%+ Pipeline Response Rate Percentage of sourced candidates who respond positively to outreach (indicating effective messaging/sourcing). 4 weeks Time-to-Shortlist Time from contract start to delivering the first 3-4 highly qualified, RCDSO-licensed candidates for final interview consideration. 4/5 Avg. Candidate Quality Score Based on feedback from the Practice Owner after final interviews, assessing clinical fit and cultural alignment. Engagement Details Contract Type: Fractional/Independent Contractor (Upwork) Estimated Hours/Week: 10 hours per week Duration: Ongoing/3-Month Initial Contract (with potential for extension) Location: Remote (Must be familiar with the Canadian/Ontario market) Compensation Structure: Fixed Monthly Retainer: $1,000 USD (Paid monthly for dedicated sourcing and pipeline development time). Success Bonus: $1,000 USD (Paid upon the successful hiring of a Dental Associate who remains employed with the practice beyond the initial 90-day probationary period). How to Apply Please include the following in your proposal: A brief overview of your experience specifically recruiting licensed healthcare professionals. Begin the first line of your cover letter/proposal with the phrase: "RCDSO Talent Partner Ready." Proposals that do not start with this exact phrase will be archived immediately. Your proposed monthly retainer for this fractional role. A specific example of a successful sourcing strategy you used to fill a niche role. Apply tot his job