Dental Director

About the role

The Dental Director supports the strategy for Dental Operations, overseeing the administrative and clinical functions of the dental services and programs. They ensure these services are consistent and efficient across multiple sites and collaborate with the Management Team to manage risk and contribute to agency objectives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality of patient care by monitoring and collaborating with Operations Leadership teams in patient scheduling.
• Ensure staffing levels are maintained with established guidelines by working with recruiting to attract and retain talent.
• Engage clinical dental staff to communicate relevant topics impacting patient care.
• Review and update Dental policies and procedures to ensure they are relevant to NVIH's risk strategy, mission, and patient care commitments.
• Strategize with the CMO and other senior leadership members to add value with how the Dental Department contributes to the overall agency objectives.
• Oversee dental providers to monitor clinical performance and quality, collaborating with the CMO, Human Resources, Legal, Fiscal, and Compliance on areas of concern.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, Infection Control standards, safety and hazard procedures, and HIPAA and other privacy laws.
• Confer with the CMO and CEO to submit budget and statistical reports justifying expenditures for equipment, supplies, and personnel, and work with the CMO and CEO on grants, audits, and matters affecting funding for dental clinics.
• Keep the CMO informed of current activities and situations within the dental departments.
• Formulate dental policies and recommend procedural changes, implementing policy from the CMO.
• Ensure peer review and quality standards are met through the implementation and coordination of the peer review program for dental services provided by NVIHM.
• Maintain good rapport with the Native American community and stay informed about community needs.
• Develop and implement preventive dental activities for the community.
• Engage in case consultations as needed with other dental providers and clinicians.
• Establish a training program to advance the knowledge and clinical skill levels of dental staff as needed.

Requirements

• Current California State License to practice dentistry.
• At least five (5) years' experience in private practice or clinical practice.
• At least (2) years in Dental Administration or leadership role.
• Current DEA Controlled Substance registration.
• Knowledge of business computer user applications and EHR systems.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations of the dental field.
• Skills in preparing clear, concise, and complete reports and other written materials.
• Leadership skills to motivate, inspire, coach, counsel, and ensure team effectiveness.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with department directors and others contacted in the course of work.
• Collaborative teamwork in a respectful manner with various levels within the organization as well as externally.
• Reliable transportation and ability to adhere to regular attendance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to adjust communication style appropriately for the target audience.
• Ability to think critically and provide relevant, realistic solutions to complex business problems.
• Native preference.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations of the dental field.
• Leadership skills to motivate, inspire, coach, counsel, and ensure team effectiveness.
• Ability to apply skills and knowledge to provide relevant solutions and feedback to CMO and other colleagues for the betterment and advancement of the Agency, patients, and employees.
• Ability to engage in a culturally sensitive manner to Native American patients as it pertains to their culture and health needs.
• Reliable transportation and ability to adhere to regular attendance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to adjust communication style appropriate for the target audience.
• Ability to think critically and provide relevant, realistic solutions to complex business problems.
• Native preference.

Skills

• Business computer user applications and EHR systems.
• Applicable laws and regulations of the dental field.
• Clear, concise, and complete report preparation.
• Leadership and coaching skills.
• Culturally sensitive engagement with Native American patients.
• Communication skills (written and oral).
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Group health insurance package with low-cost premium responsibilities.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Company-paid employee life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary life and AD&D for employee, spouse, and children.
• Licensing and DEA fee reimbursement/waiver.
• Continuing education with time off.
• Flexible schedule (9/80).
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• No after-hours work.
• Schedule Monday through Friday, 8-5pm.