Dental Director(Elk Ridge)-Dental-Flagstaff
El Rio Community Health Center•Flagstaff, AZ
•Onsite
About The Position
Elk Ridge is seeking a mission-driven Dental Director in Flagstaff, AZ. The Dental Director will provide clinical leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for all dental services. This role ensures the highest standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while mentoring providers and supporting organizational growth. Flagstaff offers a rare mix of mountain living and career opportunity—four seasons, stunning outdoor recreation, and a welcoming, active community that makes it easy to love where you live and work.
Requirements
- DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
- Active or able to obtain an unrestricted dental license in Arizona
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical dental experience
- 3 years prior leadership experience
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance card (or receipt within 30 days of hire)
- Undergo drug testing prior to employment and be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up drug and alcohol testing
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership and oversight of dental providers and support staff
- Ensure quality, safety, and compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards
- Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and best practices
- Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous quality improvement
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate dental staff
- Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning and expansion of services
- Maintain a limited patient caseload as needed
- Oversee risk management, infection control, and peer review processes
Benefits
- Attractive total compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 30 days paid time off in the first year of employment
- 9 paid holidays in the first year of employment
- Potential for up to $250,000 in loan forgiveness over 6 years (HPSA score of 21)
- Federal Tort Malpractice and Tail End Coverage
- Paid license and DEA
- CME funds and time-off package
- Work life balance through flexible and alternative work schedules
- AI scribes
- Epic Superuser support
- Dragon Speak dictation devices
- Patient centered medical home
- Various outreach services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
