Humberto Briceño

About Humberto Briceño

With over 18 years of progressive experience in the dental industry, from clinical operations to national talent strategy, I bring a unique end-to-end perspective on what drives successful, scalable healthcare organizations.As a Specialty Recruiter at PDS Health, I lead full-cycle recruitment initiatives that connect top-tier clinical talent with high-performing dental practices across the country. My role extends beyond sourcing; I’m a strategic advisor to regional leadership, helping to shape hiring decisions that align with long-term business goals. Talent Strategy & Leadership – Advise senior and regional leaders on workforce planning, hiring strategy, and market positioning to attract and retain top talent. Training & Enablement – Lead onboarding and upskilling for managers nationwide on recruitment best practices, compliance, and systems (iCIMS ATS). Systems Optimization & Process Design – Drive continuous improvement in our hiring workflows, contributing to faster time-to-fill, enhanced candidate experience, and compliance integrity. Operational Scale – Manage and streamline high-volume pipelines (400+ applicants/week), ensuring quality through screening, licensing checks, and onboarding readiness. Technology Leadership – Serve as an iCIMS system admin, partnering with cross-functional teams to implement enhancements that enable scalable recruiting operations.I’m passionate about building teams that not only fill roles but also fuel growth. Known for my agility, people-first mindset, and ability to translate strategy into action, I’m excited to take the next step in driving talent transformation at scale.

Experience

1. Specialty Dentist Recruiter

   PDS Health

   Mar 2023 — Present · Irvine, CA, US

Education

• Orange Coast College

  Associate of Arts (A.A.)