Business Details
29 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Dental Staffing Solutions in Draper, Utah
Doctors Staffing & Resources has been connecting dental professionals with dental practices for over 30 years. Founded in 1997 by Stephanie Sawatzke, our agency was built on the need for flexible work arrangements in the dental industry. We specialize in both temporary and permanent staffing solutions, ensuring a perfect fit between dental practices and professionals. Our rigorous screening process guarantees qualified candidates, while our Temp-to-Hire program allows practices to evaluate candidates in real-world settings.With deep expertise in the dental market, we handle payroll, taxes, and workers' compensation, providing hassle-free solutions for urgent staffing needs. Our commitment to personalized service and understanding of dental practice dynamics has made us Utah's leading dental staffing agency.
Services
Temporary Staff
Permanent Placement
Temp-to-Hire Program
Job Board Access
Payroll Services
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in dental staffing expertise
- Our rigorous screening ensures only qualified dental professionals
- We pioneered the Temp-to-Hire evaluation process for perfect matches
- We handle payroll, taxes, and workers' compensation directly
- Our team understands unique dental practice requirements
What people say
Talented dental staff
Flexible schedule
Quick response
Professional development
Personalized service
Services
Temporary Staff
Our temporary staffing service provides immediate dental professional placement for urgent needs. We maintain a deep pool of pre-vetted candidates ready to fill last-minute openings, maternity leaves, or unexpected absences. Our rapid response system ensures continuity of patient care while practices maintain productivity. All temporary staff receive payroll processing and workers' compensation coverage through our agency.
Permanent Placement
Our permanent placement service connects dental practices with career-ready professionals. We conduct comprehensive candidate evaluations, including skills assessments and cultural fit analysis. The process includes job board listings, candidate screening, and interview coordination. Our Temp-to-Hire option allows practices to evaluate candidates in real practice settings before making permanent hiring decisions.
Temp-to-Hire Program
This innovative program allows dental practices to test candidate compatibility through 30-day trial placements. We handle payroll and administrative responsibilities during the evaluation period, reducing hiring risks. Practices receive performance feedback and have the option to convert successful candidates to permanent staff or request alternative placements without additional fees.
Job Board Access
UtahDentalJobs.com provides exclusive access to local dental employment opportunities. The platform features flexible job listings with weekly, monthly, and annual subscription options. Our Staffing Concierge service offers personalized candidate search assistance for practices seeking specialized dental professionals across all experience levels.
Payroll Services
We handle complete payroll administration for temporary dental staff, including tax withholdings and workers' compensation. Practices avoid administrative burdens while ensuring compliance with employment regulations. Daily payroll processing guarantees timely payments to temporary staff, with annual W-2 forms provided for all contracted professionals.
People
Stephanie Sawatzke
President and Founder
Dental industry expert with 30+ years experience. Founded Doctors Staffing & Resources in 1997 after extensive dental assisting career. Holds RDA and CDA certifications. Built agency to Utah's largest dental staffing firm while maintaining personalized service approach.
Valerie Eastmond
Operations Manager
17-year dental field veteran with experience as assistant, hygienist, and educator. Former clinical instructor at Fortis College. Serves as UDHA Salt Lake Component Vice-President Elect. Specializes in matching dental professionals with practice needs through personalized placement strategies.
Hannah Lora
Scheduling Coordinator
Dental professional with 11 years experience transitioning from assistant to hygienist. Graduated from Fortis College in 2021. Combines clinical expertise with scheduling coordination to ensure optimal staff-practice matches while maintaining active dental hygiene practice.
Questions
What dental staffing services do you offer?
We provide temporary staffing for urgent needs, permanent placement services, and a Temp-to-Hire evaluation program. Our solutions include payroll administration and workers' compensation coverage.
How do you screen dental professionals?
We conduct rigorous screening including skills assessments, experience verification, and cultural fit evaluations. All candidates undergo background checks and reference verification before placement.
What is your Temp-to-Hire process?
Qualified candidates work at your practice for 30 days while we handle payroll. Both parties evaluate compatibility before permanent hiring decisions. We provide feedback and alternative placements if needed.
Do you offer dental job search resources?
Yes, UtahDentalJobs.com provides exclusive access to local dental positions with flexible job listing packages and personalized staffing concierge services.
How quickly can you fill emergency staffing needs?
We maintain a deep pool of pre-vetted dental professionals ready for immediate placement. Most emergency requests receive qualified candidates within 24 hours.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Draper, Utah, we serve dental practices across the entire state with specialized knowledge of local market requirements.
Reviews (1)
Joshua Smith
Dec 10, 2018
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I've used Dr staffing for several years now and it's been awesome. It always seems to be late notice when I call asking for a temp, but stephanie always comes through. Thanks stephanie
