Regional Operations Director - Southeast

About the role

SGA Dental Partners is growing and seeks an experienced Regional Operations Director to lead their specialty region in the Southeast. The role is hybrid/remote, requiring frequent travel for in-person leadership engagement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a liaison relationship with the corporate office through meetings and communications.
• Drive change by fostering trust-based partnerships with providers, clinical leadership, and office managers to lead change, adopt best practices, and implement new initiatives.
• Ensure prompt corrective action is taken with focus on cost, safety, and patient care.
• Oversee design and construction of new units and unit expansions/renovations.
• Oversee the transition process of new acquisitions within or outside the division or region.
• Develop and maintain open lines of communication with administrators and staff through meetings or written memos.
• Field engagement, maintain strong presence, and build meaningful relationships with practices.
• Understand and follow SGA Dental Partners’ policies and procedures.
• Manage financial aspects, formulate regional budgets, and ensure compliance with financial standards.
• Oversee risk management, quality assurance compliance, and patient care management.
• Manage teammates, including hiring, promotions, performance evaluations, salary increases, and disciplinary actions.

Requirements

• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Demonstrable experience creating strategic plans, managing priorities, and adapting to changing priorities.
• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a relevant field is required, an advanced degree is preferred.
• 3-5 years of multi-unit healthcare experience or consulting background.