Interviewer Tips

Hiring Smarter: How Dental Practices Can Win Top Talent in the New Year
The dental industry is evolving, and so should your hiring approach. Traditional methods can be easily supplemented for today’s competitive market. To attract and retain top talent, it’s time to […]

Posted January 02, 2025

Holiday Hiring Hacks: Build Your Dream Dental Team This Season
The holiday season is an unexpected yet prime time for hiring. As practices manage end-of-year demands and holiday schedules, the right team members can be a game-changer. While others pause […]

Posted November 21, 2024

Don’t Get Haunted by Interview Mistakes: How To Impress in Your Dental Interview
Feeling jittery about a dental job interview? You’re not alone. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be daunting. With the right prep, it’s your chance to shine and show […]

Posted October 31, 2024

Hiring New Graduates: A Guide for Employers
Hiring new graduates can transform your organization. They bring fresh ideas, cutting-edge skills, and boundless energy. Graduates today are equipped with the latest knowledge and tech expertise, ready to make […]

Posted July 18, 2024

Hiring Under Pressure
Navigating the stormy seas of urgent hiring in dental practice doesn’t have to be a daunting task. With a well-thought out strategy, you can recruit top-notch talent without sacrificing an […]

Posted July 04, 2024

Exit Interviews: Why They’re a Big Deal For Dental Employers
Exit interviews — they’re a goldmine of insights for both dental team members and dentists alike. They open the door to improvement and growth that may not be evident in […]

Posted June 13, 2024

Changing the Sails Without Rocking the Boat
How to make adjustments at your practice that won’t upset your staff Shaping a dental practice while retaining the team’s spirit calls for a mix of clear communication, teamwork, and […]

Posted May 23, 2024

Unleash the Power of Working Interviews, Dental Hygienists!
The working interview is not a monster to fear, but a golden ticket to opportunity. It’s a thrilling stage where you, the dental hygienist, can shine and strut your stuff. […]

Posted May 23, 2024

How Dentists Can Empower the Next Generation of Dental Professionals
Navigating the post-graduation terrain can be a daunting task for many dental and dental hygienist graduates. Practicing dentists, however, can lend a hand and be instrumental in helping these fresh […]

Posted May 16, 2024

To All Graduates: Words of Wisdom from the DentalPost Community
Transitioning from college life’s familiar comfort to the challenging quest for a new career can be a nerve-racking experience. You’re probably familiar with the saying, ‘Experience is the best teacher.’ […]

Posted May 16, 2024

Investigating the Downturn: Unraveling the Factors Behind the Sluggish Pace of My Dental Practice in 2024
Since the start of the year, I’ve noticed an increased amount of open appointment times in my dental office’s schedule. This isn’t just limited to the hygiene schedule but is […]

Posted May 09, 2024

The Connection Between Oral & Mental Health and Why It Matters
There is an undeniable connection between the health of one’s mouth and their mental fitness. It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect opportunity to extend your care behind […]

Posted May 02, 2024

Looking for Your Professional “Match”? 3 Tips for Dental Pros.
Are you looking for that special someone? The one that gets your jokes, understands to give you space when you’re crabby, and brightens your Monday through Friday with a cheery hello? […]

Posted April 25, 2024

Ghosting Hurts Everyone & Our Industry
It’s a challenging time for dental practices looking to fill clinical team member positions on their teams. An already-tight labor pool, coupled with fewer graduate candidates, makes for an unprecedented […]

Posted March 07, 2024

Hiring? Avoid Bringing a Toxic Person Into the Workplace
At DentalPost, we frequently hear from job seekers about the less polite and hospitable environments they work in—sometimes “toxic” environments. In DentalPost’s 2024 Salary Survey, large numbers of respondents said […]

Posted February 15, 2024

Spotting A Toxic Dental Employee Before You Hire Them
Given the uncertainty of the world, many people are living and operating from a place of fear, so it’s understandable that employees may feel a bit disenchanted or burned out. […]

Posted February 16, 2022

Are You Ghosting and Don’t Even Know It?
It’s easy to scroll past reminders and articles about “ghosting” when you’ve never missed an interview and always show up on time. But ghosting a dental practice or dental candidate […]

Posted October 26, 2021

Dental Hiring & Recruiting in a Tight Market
This article was originally published on May 26th, 2021. It was most recently updated on April 25th, 2022. While the world of dentistry has largely recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic, […]

Posted May 26, 2021

Hiring Through a Dental Labor Market Crisis (Part 1)
Dental Labor Supply & Demand by Position As the nation’s largest dental professional job board, DentalPost is often where practices look for solutions to their hiring problems. But there is […]

Posted May 19, 2021

Are You Asking the Right Dental Interview Questions?
How to Prepare for Dental Job Interview Questions Before Covid-19 hit and effectively shut down dental operations, the hiring process for the dental industry had remained unchanged for decades. But […]

Posted July 20, 2020

4 Must-Ask Interview Questions When Staffing a New Dental Office
With the dentistry field continuing to evolve, it is important to hire only qualified, trained, and professional staff. If you are responsible for hiring staff in a new medical office, […]

Posted September 12, 2019

Are Your Interviews Hurting Your Business?
5 Interview Questions to Help You Hire Right (and Save Time and Money!) Are you going bananas because of hiring? You are not alone. Hiring is hard work and can […]

Posted April 18, 2019

Tips For Graduates (From Real Dental Professionals)
Stepping outside the comfort zone of college life to knock on the door of a new career can feel daunting. You’ve probably heard the saying ‘experience itself is the best […]

Posted February 17, 2019

Ten Tips for a Successful Interview
Congrats! If you are bringing someone in for an interview, you are one step closer to making a hire! The hard work is not over yet though- the interview is […]

Posted October 18, 2016