Director of Dental

CHCC Inc•Great Falls, MT

9d•$188,000 - $205,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Alluvion Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to accessible, high-quality, patient-centered care. Our Dental team plays a critical role in improving the health of our communities through integrated, team-based care and strong quality standards. The Director of Dental provides clinical leadership and delivers high-quality preventive and primary dental care at Alluvion Health’s dental location and through our Mobile Dental Program. This role leads department performance across clinical quality, provider supervision, productivity, compliance, and continuous improvement while partnering with other departments to support integrated, patient-centered outcomes. The Director of Dental is a champion for Quality Improvement and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model and ensures strong execution of QA/QI, emergency preparedness, and risk management/compliance programs. This leader sets the tone for a respectful, professional environment that supports teamwork, patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Dental School (required)
Three (3)+ years of dental practice management experience (required)
Licensed and registered to practice Dentistry in the State of Montana
Current DEA
Valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Montana
Strong clinical knowledge of modern dentistry and oral surgery principles.
Proven leadership ability and experience building accountable, respectful teams.
Familiarity with EHR systems, HIPAA/HITECH, and health information technology.
Knowledge of Medicaid/Medicare billing practices and safety/OSHA standards.
Excellent communication, organization, time management, and policy development skills.
Ability to adapt to change, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, and the ability to learn and operate Alluvion Health applications and EHR systems.

Nice To Haves

Five (5)+ years of dental experience (preferred)
Understanding of FQHC requirements, quality programs, and compliance expectations (preferred).

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care, ensuring high-quality dentistry and efficient use of resources.
Provide consultation and clinical guidance to dental providers and support staff.
Document patient histories, treatment plans, and progress notes in the electronic dental record.
Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure HIPAA compliance.
Collaborate with medical and behavioral health teams for consultation and referral coordination.
Ensure smooth daily operation of dental services and achievement of productivity goals.
Develop, implement, and monitor dental policies, procedures, protocols, and clinical standards.
Lead QA/QI activities including chart audits, peer review, incident reports, and patient satisfaction feedback.
Support initiatives tied to PCMH, Meaningful Use, and other performance/compliance programs.
Maintain readiness for emergency preparedness, risk management, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, HIPAA/HITECH, HRSA, etc.).
Monitor show rates and access utilization; implement strategies to reduce no-shows and improve community access.
Lead dental budget development, financial planning, and resource allocation.
Monitor revenue, expenses, and applicable funding sources; support sustainability and program growth.
Partner with leadership on strategic priorities, operational improvements, and long-term planning.
Supervise recruiting, onboarding, training, competencies, scheduling, time/attendance, and performance management.
Provide leadership in conflict resolution, coaching, motivation, and accountability to support service excellence.
Ensure personnel actions comply with federal/state guidelines and internal policies (EEO, ADA, AAP, etc.).
Promote a professional, respectful culture that supports teamwork and high performance.
Serve on the Alluvion Health Leadership Team and participate on committees and project teams as needed.
Support HRSA 330 compliance and reporting requirements (UDS, audits, renewals, FFR, and other submissions).
Stay current on program and regulatory changes relevant to FQHC dental operations, PCMH, and quality initiatives.