Dental Clinical Director

FAMILY HEALTH CARE CENTER OF KALAMAZOO•Kalamazoo, MI

26d

About The Position

The Dental Clinical Director leads dental clinical care delivery in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), combining comprehensive dentistry with primary care centers and potentially school-based or mobile oral health services through an integrated electronic health record platform. The role includes developing an individual clinical practice at an FHC site and helping lead a successful, diversified dental program. The director mentors and develops dentists, hygienists, and ancillary staff, supports integrated and evidence-based care, and may participate in state and national forums concerning dental policy and practice. The position works within an interdisciplinary, team-based environment alongside primary care, behavioral health, nutrition, pharmacy, and other health professionals. It includes clinical leadership, operational and financial collaboration, recruitment and retention support, staff education, quality review, and representation of FHC in limited public-facing activities. The position reports to the President & CEO. The work environment is usually quiet. The employee regularly talks or hears; frequently sits and uses hands to handle or feel objects; and occasionally stands, walks, reaches, and lifts or moves up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
Active State of Michigan dental license.
Active DEA licensure, federal and state.
At least five years of dentistry experience.
Demonstrated management and leadership expertise.
Commitment to caring for diverse patients.
Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED (CPR/FPR/AED) certification or BLS/AED for Healthcare Providers certification is required as a condition of employment.
Demonstrated success managing operational services of a healthcare facility.
Ability to represent the organization in the community and engage the community.
Proven success working with tertiary hospitals.
Adequate transportation to visit various organizational sites.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; respond to inquiries or complaints; write speeches and articles; and present information to management, public groups, and boards.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations and interpret financial reports to assist with organizational profitability.
Ability to research data, solve practical problems, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Intermediate knowledge of internet use, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Outlook, including email and schedule management.
Ability to guide organizational technology development to remain competitive in the healthcare industry.
Understanding of the organization’s mission to serve medically underprivileged people.
Ability to collaborate, communicate clearly, make decisions, resolve conflict, delegate, adapt to change, and solicit stakeholder input.
Ability to demonstrate integrity, respect cultural differences, support diversity, accept feedback, and contribute to positive team morale.
Ability to plan and prioritize work, understand business implications, and develop strategies that support organizational goals.
Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and provide feedback to staff and manage project implementation.

Nice To Haves

Experience practicing in a community or public health setting.

Responsibilities

Develop an individual clinical practice at one of FHC’s sites.
Collaborate with the CMO to establish and reach clinical capacity and utilization targets and support the department’s financial success.
Support the oral health and dentistry component of the Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home, including population health management and integration of health care services.
Collaborate with the CMO on peer review to ensure standards of care and evidence-based treatment.
Provide clinical mentoring and support to dental staff on complex cases and treatment plans, and mentor dental leaders.
Assist the CMO in developing an ongoing dental grand rounds program for staff education and training.
Participate in limited FHC committees as required for the role.
Collaborate with the CMO and human resources to recruit and retain dental providers.
Collaborate with the CMO, finance, and administrative departments to optimize purchasing power, quality, and procurement of dental equipment, laboratory services, and supplies.
Represent FHC at limited public-facing activities that support the organization’s credibility and brand.
Use an electronic health platform to document and manage patient information and communicate with team members.
Participate in improving clinical outcomes through evidence-based strategies and innovative care approaches.
Practice collaboratively in an interdisciplinary, team-based environment with other health care professionals.
Promote safety precautions and security measures for staff and patients, and follow data security guidelines for EMR systems and IT resources.
Develop and manage projects, involve staff in planning and process improvement, provide performance feedback, and support staff development.
Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time, prioritize and plan work, and operate within approved budgets.