Dental Director

Dental Director

Located In Omaha NE Address 2915 Grant Street Zipcode 68110 Job Type Full-time Employee Compensation Salary Experience Level Intermediate (3-7 yrs. experience) Shift Daytime Hours 40 hours per week Start Date Immediately Occupational Category Dentists General Charles Drew Health Center is dedicated to providing quality comprehensive care in a manner that acknowledges the dignity of the individual strength of the family and supportive network of the family. We currently are looking for a full time Dental Director to add to our staff who will be responsible for functioning as the clinical leader for the oral health program managing the program including development of protocols standard procedures and management of all patient care related activities. The Dental Director will participate in the recruitment of dental staff and provide clinical oversight and direction to all dental services including primary secondary and preventive dental care and related functional areas. The Dental Director will ensure that the mission and goals of the organization are realized through the professional and effective delivery of oral health services. POSITION-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure the delivery of competent accurate dental care and treatment to all patients. Ensure that the delivery of high quality dental care meets or exceeds the needs and satisfaction of all patients served all organizational and professional standards all clinical outcomes and related expectations and all productivity standards goals and expectations and all financial metrics associated with the efficient cost effective delivery of dental care services. Ensure all clinical services functions achieve expected clinical productivity and financial outcomes Revise the dental fee schedule annually or on an as needed basis Participate in ongoing assessment and evaluation of the dental program Development review and update all dental policies and procedures annually or as needed. Ensure Joint Commission standards are in place as well as coordinating and monitoring dental continuous quality improvement initiatives. Ensure metrics for clinical outcomes are consistently reviewed and that the organization is provided clear guidance and direction affecting ongoing improvements in the quality of care. Manage all functional areas within budgeted guidelines. Manage patient scheduling Educate staff in all standards policies and procedures. Supervise and evaluate the dentists dental assistants and hygienists Review dentists charts to verify the deliver of quality care Provide leadership and direction related to clinical collaborative s studies programs or research related initiatives that improve the lives of our patients as well as the communities in which they live. Analyze summarize and review patient demographic database to determine future dental needs. Make recommendations accordingly Assist the dental staff in the development and training of educational programs for patients Manage and ensure favorable collaborative relationships within and among all dental clinical staff. Develop a culture of dental care professionals open and willing to accept an integrated approach to the delivery of services. Ensure the organization is appropriately staffed with a full complement of clinical staff. Foster a workplace that results in the development of a high performing team of professionals and staff. Ensure that all staff are properly coached and directed and that clearly defined measurements of performance and rewards are utilized to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness. Solve problems and make critical patient and or management decisions supported by substantial financial analysis clinical knowledge and critical data based decision making. Evaluate the adequacy of dental supplies instruments and equipment and ordering or otherwise procuring needed supplies instruments and equipment. Serve as a member of the Performance Improvement Committee Credentials Committee and Peer Review Committee and make recommendations as warranted Attend monthly Dental Department and Board Meetings and present Dental Report. Lead and direct the development implementation and monitoring of quality dental care services programs and initiatives. Other duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) Degree. Additional advanced degree in business public health healthcare administration or related field of study preferred. Experience managing or practicing in a dental or oral health program. Capacity to envision and develop clinical programs consistent with clinic s mission and a publicly operated care delivery system. Demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance and risk management standards and processes. Familiarity and experience with standards and processes established by Joint Commission CMS OSHA CDC ADA and regulatory entities. Knowledge of federal regulations governing dental care clinical staff. Knowledge of credentialing process delineation of clinical privileges and peer review for dental staff. Licensure Nebraska Dental License State and Federal DEA Certificate Experience 5 years clinical experience including administration Expertise Management experience Language English required Hours of Work 40 hours a week flexible Travel Locally as needed Exposure The exposure characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. For example while performing the essential functions of this job the employee (Frequency) is exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Additionally the employee may (Frequency) be exposed to bloodborne and other hazardous chemicals. Finally the noise level in the work environment can (Frequency) be quite loud. In all cases personal protective equipment will be provided to the employee in combination with adequate ventilation and other engineering controls to minimize the risk of exposure or other hazardous occurrence. Physical Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with special challenges to perform these essential functions. We are an equal opportunity employer and as a health facility would prefer to hire non-smokers. Please apply on line for this fantastic opportunity to take care and lead our dental department to another level.