Dental Director (Manufacturing)

Base Pay: $204,250.00-$249,514.50 / year
JOB SUMMARY
The Dental Director will lead the dental department at Shasta Community Health Center in conjunction with the Dental Center Manager. He/she will be an integral part of the SCHC management team and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of dental operations, including clinical care, staff management, program development, and quality improvement initiatives.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Advises the CMO on issues relative to dental services including, but not limited to, patient services, staffing, utilization, quality assurance, productivity, and special clinic programs.
Provide clinical leadership and supervision to dental providers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.
Monitor and evaluate clinical protocols and procedures to maintain compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Implement quality assurance measures to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
Recruit, hire and evaluate dental staff, including dentists, hygienists, assistants, and administrative personnel in conjunction with the Dental Center Manager.
Develop and implement strategic initiatives to expand dental services and reach underserved populations within the community.
Work with the Director of Clinical Education-Dentistry to onboard and train new dentists and dental hygienists as well as oversee Dental students and/or Residents.
Collaborate with other healthcare providers and community organizations to integrate dental care with primary care and behavioral health services.
Stay abreast of emerging trends and innovations in dental care delivery and incorporate them into practice as appropriate.
In consultation with the CMO and QI department, establish quality metrics and benchmarks to monitor the effectiveness of dental services and identify areas for improvement.
Lead quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, increasing access to care, and reducing disparities.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including OSHA, HIPAA, and state dental board regulations.
Manage the dental department budget, including revenue generation, expense control, and financial reporting.
Develop effective clinician relationships in support of the Center's mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
Create an organizational climate that encourages teamwork.
Adhere to legal and regulatory standards.
Evaluate clinic workflow and activities to assure efficiency, patient, and staff satisfaction.
Inform the Chief Operations Officer about current trends, problems, and medical activities to facilitate planning, development, and policymaking.
Participate in continuing education and career planning.
Other projects as assigned.

Competencies Required:

Communication and Relationship Management - The ability to communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external customers, establish and maintain relationships, and facilitate constructive interactions with individuals and groups.
Leadership - The ability to inspire individual and organizational excellence, create a shared vision and successfully manage change to attain the Center's strategic ends and successful performance.
Professionalism - The ability to align personal and organizational conduct with ethical and professional standards that include a responsibility to the patient and community, a service orientation, and a commitment to lifelong learning and improvement.
Business Skills and Knowledge - The ability to apply business principles, including systems thinking, to the healthcare environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated commitment to the provision of dental care services for the underserved.
Strong people management skills, critical thinking, and leadership.
Excellent communication, organizational skills are required.
Ability to provide leadership for the departments including direction, training, performance management and development of all assigned staff.
Ability to plan, implement and evaluate a range of goals.
Able to direct, motivate and build team relations.
Demonstrated use of initiative, to work independently and follow scheduled plans.
Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Skill in gathering, analyzing, and evaluating data.
Knowledge of healthcare regulations and organization policies and procedures.
Knowledge of fiscal management and human resource management techniques.
Strong knowledge of electronic health record systems.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited institution.
Current state license to practice dentistry without restrictions.
Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, with 2 years of progressive leadership experience in a healthcare setting.
Strong knowledge of dental practice management, including clinical operations, regulatory compliance, and financial management.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with patients, staff, and external stakeholders.
Commitment to cultural competence, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare delivery.
Demonstrated commitment to serving underserved populations and addressing health disparities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

5 years of dental leadership experience

BENEFITS

Competitive Wages
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
403 (b) Retirement Plan with matching employer contribution
Long-term Disability coverage
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
CME with stipend
Employee Assistance Program
Jury Duty Pay
Bereavement Pay
Health Club Membership Discounts
Prescription Discount Program
529 College Savings Plan
Educational Reimbursement
Free subscription based App for Meditation and Sleep
Free Teledoc service for benefit eligible employees

Shasta Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer