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The Cost of a Bad Hire in a Small Dental Team

It’s an all-too-familiar story. A candidate looks great on paper, seems fine in the interview, and starts on Monday. A few weeks go by—and the red flags start popping up. Small issues at first: miscommunications, resistance to feedback, a subtle lack of initiative. But then it

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Case Study 1: When Internal Hiring Failed – How Outsourcing Saved a Rural Clinic’s Growth Plan 

Dr. Martin’s dental clinic in rural Saskatchewan had everything going for it:  There was just one problem: They couldn’t find a second hygienist.  And without that second hygienist, their expansion plans—and their team’s morale—were quickly unraveling.  Dr. Martin’s leadership team had tried everything internally. After four months of

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Hiring in 2025: Why It’s So Hard to Find Great Dental Talent (And What to Do About It)

If you’re a dental practice owner or office manager trying to hire in 2025, you already know: This. Isn’t. Easy. Whether you’re looking for a rockstar hygienist, a reliable dental assistant, or a front desk coordinator who actually shows up—today’s hiring landscape feels like a minefield.

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How Mint Ops Makes Outsourced Hiring Feel Seamless—and Smarter 

For many dental clinics—and even DSOs—outsourcing recruitment can feel intimidating at first.  Common fears sound like:  “Will they understand our clinic culture?” “Will they just throw resumes at us and hope something sticks?” “Will this actually save time—or just create more work for us?”  At Mint Ops, we

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Internal Hiring vs Outsourcing – Which Is Right for Your Clinic? 

In today’s dental market, finding the right team members is harder—and more important—than ever.  With staff shortages, evolving patient expectations, and growing pressure on operations, the question many clinic owners face is this:  Should we handle recruitment internally, or should we outsource it to experts?  The

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What Dental Employers Really Look for When Reviewing Resumes (It’s Not Just What You Think)

Hiring in the dental industry can feel a little like speed dating—you’ve got a stack of resumes, limited time, and a big decision to make. The pressure is on to find someone with the right skills, the right vibe, and someone who won’t ghost after two

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How to Write Dental Job Posts That Actually Get Noticed (And Attract the Right People)

Let’s face it—recruiting in the dental industry isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days when you could post a generic ad like “Looking for a hygienist. Full-time. Competitive pay.” and expect resumes to roll in. Whether you’re hiring a dental assistant, associate dentist,

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