Job Description

HEALTHCARE RECRUITING BRANCH LEAD

LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ

SALARY: $110K - $130K

DURATION: DIRECT HIRE

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and manage recruiting teams
• Serve as the face of contracts both externally and internally, fostering strong client and team relationships
• Focus on long-term contract roles (typically 9–10 months); about 5% of roles are permanent

Candidate Profile:

• On-site/hybrid role – expected to be in the office most days, with some time spent visiting clients
• Must be located in or willing to relocate to Phoenix, AZ (Camelback Corridor area)
• Proven background in sales and recruiting – not just resume-pushing, but true relationship-building
• Hands-on leadership style, able to mentor and grow teams
• Strong emphasis on teamwork and internal collaboration

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About the Company

Our client is a dynamic new healthcare staffing agency dedicated to delivering exceptional clinical and non-clinical staffing solutions across the Phoenix metro area and beyond. Backed by leadership with deep industry expertise and a mission to raise the standard in healthcare workforce solutions, we’re building something impactful—and we’re looking for a driven leader to help shape the future from the ground up.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and entrepreneurial Full-Desk Healthcare Staffing Lead to play a critical role in launching and scaling our business. This role will start as a high-impact individual contributor responsible for both business development and recruiting. As the agency grows, you’ll help build and manage a team of recruiters and account managers, eventually stepping into a regional leadership role.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives in both strategy and execution—and wants to help build something meaningful from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development & Client Engagement: Identify, pursue, and secure new healthcare client partnerships (clinical and non-clinical).
• Maintain and expand relationships with existing healthcare clients.
• Conduct client presentations, negotiate contracts, and ensure service excellence.
• Understand client needs and develop customized staffing strategies.
• Recruiting & Talent Delivery: Source, screen, and place top-tier healthcare talent.
• Manage the full recruitment life cycle for clinical and non-clinical roles.
• Ensure candidate experience reflects company values and quality standards.
• Leadership & Team Development: Help design and implement scalable processes for sales and recruiting.
• Mentor and eventually lead a team of recruiters and account managers.
• Play a key role in hiring, training, and promoting internal team members as the business grows.
• Market Strategy & Growth: Leverage healthcare staffing market knowledge to guide strategy.
• Provide insights on competitive landscape, pricing, and trends.
• Contribute to long-term regional and national expansion plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare staffing (clinical/non-clinical), ideally in a full-desk or business development role.
• Proven track record of client acquisition and relationship management.
• Strong understanding of healthcare workforce dynamics, compliance, and regulations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a roll-up-your-sleeves mentality.
• Leadership experience or strong leadership potential; ability to grow and mentor a team.
• Local knowledge of the Phoenix healthcare market strongly preferred.

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