Recruiter- Veterinary Healthcare

Partnering with Aquent, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of pet healthcare by connecting passionate veterinary professionals with roles where they can truly make a difference. In this dynamic role, your expertise in talent acquisition will directly impact the quality of care delivered to countless pets and their families, helping a rapidly expanding, compassionate pet care organization build the teams necessary to drive its vital mission forward.

About the Organization

Our client is a leading organization at the forefront of pet care, dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their families through innovative services and compassionate support. By building a robust ecosystem that prioritizes animal well-being, they are rapidly expanding their footprint in the veterinary healthcare industry. In partnership with Aquent, they are seeking a dedicated talent acquisition professional to help fuel this growth and ensure excellence across their veterinary facilities.

The Opportunity and Your Impact

In this pivotal position, you will own the full-lifecycle recruitment process for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff. You will act as a trusted advisor to clinic and regional leadership, helping to build a strong talent pipeline that meets the growing needs of veterinary healthcare facilities. Your strategic sourcing efforts and relationship-building skills will directly contribute to the health and happiness of pets by ensuring clinics are staffed with top-tier, compassionate clinical talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full-lifecycle recruitment process for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff across expanding healthcare facilities.
• Proactively build and maintain a robust talent pipeline of qualified veterinary professionals, including DVM candidates and experienced veterinary technicians.
• Collaborate with clinic and regional leadership to advise on hiring needs, market conditions, and specialized candidate sourcing strategies.
• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies utilizing professional networks, veterinary schools, licensing boards, and industry associations.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates for clinical competency, credentials, and cultural alignment.
• Coordinate on-site interviews and facility tours with hiring managers and clinic leadership.
• Facilitate candidate debriefs with veterinary directors to influence and guide hiring decisions.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding, including credential verification and professional communications.
• Maintain data integrity, applicant tracking systems, and regular reporting for key stakeholders.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 2+ years of direct recruitment experience specializing in veterinarians, veterinary technicians, or other healthcare professionals.
• Proven ability to build consultative, collaborative relationships with hiring managers, clinic directors, and executive leadership.
• Strong understanding of veterinary credentials, licensing requirements, and the veterinary technician certification landscape.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated success sourcing candidates through multiple channels, including social media, professional networks, and industry associations.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Prior experience recruiting specifically for veterinary clinics, animal healthcare organizations, or similar specialized clinical settings.
• Familiarity with current veterinary industry challenges and talent market dynamics.