Core Matching Criteria
First, we filter candidates by three essential requirements. A candidate must match all three to be considered:
Professional title: Must exactly match your job's profession (e.g., CRNA, Anesthesiologist)
Location: Must include your job's state in their location preferences
Duration type: Must match your job's work arrangement (Full Time, Locum Tenens, etc.)
Match Quality Scoring (0-200 points)
After filtering by core criteria, we rank candidates using a comprehensive quality score:
🔥 Recent Activity (0-100 points)
Based on the candidate's most recent login, inquiry, or profile/preference update:
0-30 days: 100 points
31-60 days: 80 points
61-90 days: 60 points
91-180 days: 40 points
181-365 days: 20 points
365+ days: Not matched (inactive)
📄 Resume Uploaded (0-50 points)
Candidates with resumes on file receive 50 bonus points. This allows you to review their qualifications immediately.
💬 Engagement Level (0-30 points)
Based on the number of job inquiries the candidate has made:
5+ inquiries: 30 points
3-4 inquiries: 20 points
2 inquiries: 10 points
1 inquiry: 5 points
✨ Profile Completeness (0-20 points)
5 points each for:
Phone number verified
Professional description added
Profile photo uploaded
Multiple locations in preferences
Example Scoring
Candidate A — Score: 180/200 (Excellent match)
Activity (15 days ago): 100 pts
Has resume: 50 pts
4 inquiries: 20 pts
Complete profile: 10 pts
Candidate B — Score: 105/200 (Moderate match)
Activity (138 days ago): 40 pts
Has resume: 50 pts
1 inquiry: 5 pts
Complete profile: 10 pts
Candidate A would be matched first due to their higher overall score.
Understanding Candidate Types
On your dashboard, candidates are shown with colored rings and badges indicating how they were added:
Matched (Pink ring): Automatically matched by our AI based on your job requirements
Sourced (Orange ring): You proactively found them using Talent Finder
Inquired (Green ring): They directly expressed interest in your job posting
Why This Matters
✓ Recently active candidates: You receive only candidates who are actively seeking jobs
✓ Resume prioritization: Candidates with resumes are prioritized for faster hiring decisions
✓ Engagement signals intent: Candidates with inquiry history show serious job-seeking intent
✓ Complete profiles: Indicate professional, committed candidates
This matching system ensures you spend your time on the candidates most likely to respond and be a great fit for your positions.