Dental Director

Naphcare, Inc.•San Luis, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Dental Director to support our patients residing in with the Yuma - Arizona Department of Corrections in San Luis, Arizona. As the Dental Director, you will oversee clinical operations, quality of care, and staff performance at various facility sites of the Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR). The Dental Director is responsible for overseeing the dental program and ensuring quality dental care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Responsibilities may include and not be limited to: Developing and implementing dental services policies, procedures and protocols Performing direct dental care services for the patients in residence Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards Directs daily dental operations, manages clinic workflows, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, FQHC guidelines). Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs Training, supervising, and evaluating dental staff Overseeing dental program budget NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

Requirements

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or equivalent
3 – 5 years’ experience in general practice residency with administrative experience is required with corrections experience preferred
Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located
Current DEA registration
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

3 – 5 years’ experience in general practice residency with administrative experience is required with corrections experience preferred
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing dental services policies, procedures and protocols
Performing direct dental care services for the patients in residence
Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards
Directs daily dental operations, manages clinic workflows, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, FQHC guidelines).
Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs
Training, supervising, and evaluating dental staff
Overseeing dental program budget