Sr. Recruiter

Job Type Full-time Description

About the Opportunity

AVP SEES is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Recruiter to support the continued growth of our ophthalmology and ambulatory surgical organization. This role is responsible for full-cycle recruitment across a diverse portfolio of positions, including clinical (ophthalmic technicians, scribes, nurses, opticians), corporate functions, and field leadership roles.

The ideal candidate brings deep healthcare recruiting experience, thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site and multi-state environment, and has a proven ability to build strong talent pipelines while partnering closely with operational leaders.

Position Overview

The Senior Recruiter will lead end-to-end recruitment efforts, driving hiring strategies that ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent across clinics, surgical centers, and corporate teams. This role combines high-volume recruiting, strategic sourcing, and relationship-driven talent engagement.

This position plays a critical role in supporting patient care operations, enhancing workforce quality, and enabling organizational growth across multiple markets.

 This is a remote position and may be performed in any location where the company operates. In compliance with applicable laws, the compensation range for this position is $85,000-$95,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and location. 

 Full-Cycle Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for clinic, surgical, corporate, and field leadership roles 
• Manage high-volume and specialized requisitions simultaneously while maintaining quality standards 
• Conduct candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination 
• Ensure timely hiring to meet operational and patient care staffing needs 

Clinical & Specialty Healthcare Recruiting

• Recruit for ophthalmology-specific and allied health roles, including: 
• Ophthalmic Technicians (COA, COT, COMT) 
• Surgical Technicians and Pre/Post-Op Nurses (RN/LPN) 
• Opticians and Patient Services Representatives 
• Evaluate candidates for clinical competencies, certifications, and patient-care alignment 
• Maintain knowledge of ophthalmology workflows, clinic operations, and surgical environments 

Strategic Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, networking, and referrals 
• Build and maintain robust pipelines of qualified candidates for high-volume and hard-to-fill roles 
• Engage passive candidates and establish long-term talent relationships 
• Support workforce planning initiatives for new clinic openings and market expansions 

Hiring Manager Partnership & Workforce Planning

• Collaborate with hiring managers, clinical leaders, and executives to understand staffing needs and priorities 
• Provide guidance on job requirements, market conditions, and hiring strategies 
• Facilitate structured interview processes and support effective hiring decisions 
• Align recruiting efforts with business goals and operational demands 

Compliance, Credentialing & Regulatory Adherence

• Ensure all candidates meet licensing, certification, and credentialing requirements 
• Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and employment laws (EEO, etc.) 
• Partner with HR and credentialing teams to support onboarding and documentation processes 
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready candidate records 

Systems, Reporting & Process Optimization

• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting tools to manage candidate pipelines 
• Track, analyze, and report on recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, quality of hire, pipeline health) 
• Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, efficiency, and candidate experience 
• Maintain organized documentation and data integrity across systems 

Employer Branding & Community Engagement

• Represent the organization at hiring events, job fairs, and community outreach initiatives 
• Build relationships with local training programs, schools, and professional organizations 
• Promote the organization’s brand, culture, and career opportunities across multiple channels 
• Support initiatives to reduce reliance on external staffing agencies through direct sourcing 

Candidate Experience & Relationship Management

• Deliver a high