Dental Employment Services: Our Staff

Collectively, our team crosses job function lines to ensure that all client and associate employee needs are met. We do not believe in the "it's not my job" philosophy. We staff our phones from 6 AM until 8 PM during the week. Beyond those hours and on weekends, our voicemail system will either take your message or allow you to prompt an urgent request, alerting us to contact you. Don't be surprised to hear us answering the phone on a weekend, or late into the evenings - it's all about serving your needs.

Karen Gunter, President and Personnel Placement Coordinator
Karen joined Dental Employment Services, Inc. in 1997 as a placement coordinator, and under the tutelage of then owner Norma Dow, learned the ropes of the business. Karen became office manager in 2002. In 2006, Karen became owner and president of Dental Employment Services, Inc. and manages the business, is focal point for client relationships, and addresses permanent and temporary needs for offices and professionals. Karen has extensive experience in small business, business management, consulting, finance, and human relations. Karen is looking forward to servicing the dental community in her new role and responsibilities as President and owner.

Nicolle Fleming, Personnel Placement Coordinator
Nikki comes to Dental Employment Services, Inc. with a background in staff training and development, management, and customer service. Nikki handles the intake interviews, addresses permanent and temporary needs for dental assistants, conducts classroom presentations and is involved in committees and boards at the various dental schools, and visits dental offices to share how our agency can assist them in their staffing needs.

Suzanne O'Brien, Personnel Placement Coordinator
Suzanne handles temporary and permanent placements for dental hygienists. She brings with her a diverse background in business, marketing, human resources, and customer service. Suzanne interviews our newly registering dental hygienists, visits the local hygiene schools, and places hygienists in both temporary and permanent positions. She works closely with dental offices to ensure finding the right staff member to complete their dental team.

Abby Vetter, Office Assistant
Abby uses her great customer service skills for answering our busy phones and her organizational skills to keep our office running smoothly. She also confirms temporary assignments, sets up interviews, inputs and maintains records for our personnel, and helps out as needed with temporary and permanent placements. Welcome to our team, Abby!