Maria Vega
Fullerton,CA
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Recruiting Partner, Hygiene
Smile Brands
08 2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their unique needs and providing tailored recruitment solutions.
- Enhanced employer brand by creating targeted social media campaigns, resulting in increased candidate engagement and interest.
- Streamlined communication between candidates and hiring managers, leading to higher satisfaction on both sides.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet staffing needs.
- Trained recruiters on best practices, contributing to overall team success and improved efficiency.
- Collaborated with internal teams to address specific recruitment challenges and develop tailored solutions.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Leveraged LinkedIn Recruiter tool effectively, broadening network connections and identifying passive candidates.
- Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange interviews with applicants.
- Sourced qualified applicants through various channels, such as social media, job boards, and networking events.
Pediatric Manager
Pacific Dental Services
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Perform daily audit to ensure patient charts are accurate.
- Manage office schedules and calendars to coordinate planning and execution.
- Collaborate with the operations manager on various production and collection reports.
- Prepare and maintain schedule for staff.
- Supervise front and back office staff.
- Evaluate and review office production and procedures to develop new ways to improve efficiency with office operations, patient retention and profitability.
- Develop and implement office budgets and manage general office supplies and equipment.
- Oversee Orthodontics and Pediatrics Department.
- Recruit, hire and coach employees to offer high-quality, cost-effective care to all of the patients.
Associate Recruiter
Pacific Dental Services
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Developed lists of qualified candidates for hiring managers.
- Participated in Career events, conferences and partnered with Universities and Dental schools on behalf of PDS.
- Assisted in managing the recruiting process for the Pacific South Coast region for office level positions.
- Placed Dental Assistant externs in a office and ensured they turned into a hire.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
- Oversaw full cycle recruiting for 100 plus offices.
Benefits Coordinator
Pacific Dental Services
07.2016 - 06.2019
- Assisted patients in completing all necessary forms and documents.
- Scheduled, rescheduled and handled cancelled appointments for patients.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines at all times to protect patient privacy.
- Prepared claim forms for dental insurance.
- Coordinated front office duties, including customer service, patient scheduling and billing.
- Explained treatment procedures and cost.
Receptionist
Pacific Dental Services
04 2014 - 07 2016
Appointment Coordinator
West Coast Dental
05.2012 - 04.2014
Education
Dental Assistant Certificate - Dental Assisting
UEI College
Anaheim, CA09.2011
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Social Media Recruiting
- Recruiter Training
- Recruitment Metrics Analysis
- Campus Recruitment
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Recruitment
- Salary and benefits negotiations
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resources Support
- Data Analysis
Timeline
Pediatric Manager
Pacific Dental Services
07.2020 - 08.2021
Associate Recruiter
Pacific Dental Services
06.2019 - 06.2020
Benefits Coordinator
Pacific Dental Services
07.2016 - 06.2019
Appointment Coordinator
West Coast Dental
05.2012 - 04.2014
Talent Acquisition Recruiting Partner, Hygiene
Smile Brands
08 2021 - Current
Receptionist
Pacific Dental Services
04 2014 - 07 2016
Dental Assistant Certificate - Dental Assisting
UEI College