Kester Search Group exists to improve lives, build great companies, and drive innovation.We take a consultative approach to talent acquisition by truly partnering with our clients to fully understand their goals, culture, and personnel needs. Kester Search Group is focused on permanent placements in Diagnostics, Oncology, Genetics, Dental/DSOs, Biotech, Life Sciences, Healthcare Providers, Healthcare AI, Technology, SaaS, and Medical Device/Equipment. Our three distinct Practice Areas include:1. Executive Search - Our Retained Executive Search Practice provides expert guidance for complex Life Sciences executive searches, delivering top-tier talent through a personalized and efficient approach.2. Professional Search - Kester Search Group's consultative approach and deep understanding of your company culture ensure the right fit for middle to upper-level management and strategic hires.3. Commercial Expansions - The leading search firm for fast-growing healthcare companies, specializing in building commercial teams and delivering high-quality candidates efficiently.With over 1,500+ placements in the healthcare industry, 55+ years of combined healthcare recruiting experience, and a 95% client retention rate, our team is more than equipped to assist as you build your team.Visit our website to learn more, www.kestersearch.com, and follow us to stay up-to-date on the latest trends, industry news, and job postings!

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The Business Development Manager is responsible for the overall development and execution of the marketing and business development strategy. -Analyze unique opportunities and develop a customized business plan to maximize potential referral opportunities in that specific geographic area-Develop relationships and educate a multitude of referral sources and payors within the healthcare continuum on the services offered by the company. These referral sources include, but are not limited to various healthcare facilities, area healthcare programs, local insurance payors, physician groups, and case management groups. -Manages with an entrepreneurial mindset and develops a strategy to increase the company’s visibility within the community and with various trade associations-Builds, develops and executes an effective recruitment strategy and participates in the development and growth of the Recruiters

Maxim Healthcare Services is the largest privately held healthcare staffing company in the nation. Established in the 1980's in response to the national nursing shortage, Maxim Healthcare Services has a solid history of providing superior service in medical staffing and job placement in medical professions. The recruiter is a sales and management orientated role primarily responsible for the external recruitment and staffing operations of the office. Roles and responsibilities:-Implement and maintain compliance with all state, federal, local, accrediting bodies and Maxim standards pertaining to staffing, employee process, recruitment, screening, hiring process, and retention-Locate Healthcare professionals through various sources (internet, referrals, job fairs)-Facilitate and guide candidates through Maxim's hiring process-Present qualified candidates to clients and manage on-going schedules-Analyze finanical reports and process payroll weekly-Provide 24 hour on-call support to clients and caregivers-Identify and resolve any customer service issues-Assist Administrative Officer in seeking prospective businessRecipient of the Southeast Service Award for August 2013

I created a statewide database for expectant mothers to use as a resource guide for prenatal care. Co-hosted a fundraiser benefiting the March of Dimes. Assisted with administrative tasks in the main office.