How to Integrate AI Phone Screening with Your Bullhorn ATS in Under 30 Minutes

As of June 2026, staffing agencies are increasingly turning to AI phone screening as a solution to streamline their recruitment processes. A recent survey revealed that organizations using AI in their hiring processes reported a 30% reduction in time-to-hire. Integrating AI phone screening with your Bullhorn ATS can amplify these gains, allowing your team to focus on strategic initiatives rather than administrative tasks. This guide details how to achieve this integration in under 30 minutes, maximizing efficiency while ensuring compliance and candidate engagement.

Prerequisites for Integration

Before diving into the integration process, it’s essential to ensure you have the following:

• Bullhorn Account: Admin access is required to make necessary changes and integrations.
• NTRVSTA Account: Sign up for an account to access the AI phone screening features.
• Time Estimate: Allocate approximately 30 minutes to complete the integration.

Step-by-Step Integration Instructions

Step 1: Log into Your Bullhorn Account

Begin by logging into your Bullhorn ATS. Ensure that you have administrative privileges to allow for integration setup.

Step 2: Access the Integration Settings

Navigate to the “Settings” area in Bullhorn. Look for the “Integrations” tab, where you can manage and add new integrations.

Step 3: Connect NTRVSTA

Within the integrations section, select “Add New Integration.” Search for NTRVSTA in the available options. Click on it and follow the prompts to authorize the connection between Bullhorn and NTRVSTA.

Step 4: Configure AI Phone Screening Settings

Once connected, you will be prompted to configure your AI phone screening settings. Set parameters such as preferred languages (NTRVSTA supports 9 languages), screening questions, and candidate notifications.

Step 5: Test the Integration

Conduct a test run by selecting a candidate from your Bullhorn database. Initiate a phone screening through NTRVSTA to ensure the integration works flawlessly. You should see candidate responses populate directly into Bullhorn.

Step 6: Review and Launch

After testing, review all settings to ensure everything is configured correctly. Once confirmed, you can launch the integration for all candidates in your pipeline.

What You Should See

Upon successful integration, candidates will receive automated phone screening invitations, and their responses will be captured in real-time, reducing screening time from 45 to 12 minutes on average.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

1. Integration Not Showing Up: Ensure you have admin access and that NTRVSTA is properly installed in Bullhorn.
2. Candidate Notifications Not Sending: Check notification settings within NTRVSTA and ensure email addresses are correctly inputted.
3. Screening Questions Not Appearing: Revisit the configuration settings to ensure questions are saved properly.
4. Data Not Syncing: Double-check your connection settings and try reconnecting the integration.
5. Language Issues: Make sure the selected language is available in the NTRVSTA settings.

Timeline

Most teams complete this integration process in under 30 minutes, allowing staffing agencies to quickly benefit from real-time AI phone screening capabilities.

Conclusion

Integrating AI phone screening with your Bullhorn ATS can lead to significant time savings and enhanced candidate experiences. Here are three actionable takeaways to consider:

1. Prioritize Integration: Invest the initial 30 minutes to integrate AI phone screening to reap long-term efficiency benefits.
2. Test Regularly: Conduct regular tests of the integration to ensure it functions smoothly as your recruitment needs evolve.
3. Leverage Data: Use the data collected from AI screenings to refine your hiring process and improve decision-making.