Dental Director, Central Pennsylvania
FQHC · Pennsylvania · full-time
Job description
Lead a Dental Program That Changes Lives: Dental Director, Central Pennsylvania Are you a dentist who's ready to do more than fill a schedule? This is your chance to shape the future of community dental care, lead a talented team across multiple locations, and see the difference your work makes in patients' lives every day. About the Opportunity A mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Central Pennsylvania is looking for a visionary Dental Director to lead its growing Dental Department. The organization serves patients regardless of health, economic, or insurance status, so the care you deliver and the systems you build will reach people who need it most. This isn't a figurehead role. You'll have real influence over clinical standards, strategy, staffing, and growth, with the backing of an executive team that values dental care as essential to whole-person health. What You'll Do • Lead and inspire a multi-site team of dentists, hygienists, and clinical staff, setting the standard for excellent, patient-centered care • Shape clinical quality through peer review, provider development, and evidence-based policies you help write • Drive strategy and growth by partnering with senior leadership on expanding access, streamlining patient flow, and building smart staffing models • Own the numbers by working with Finance on budgets, productivity, and revenue cycle performance, and turning data into better decisions • Build your team by recruiting, onboarding, and mentoring the next generation of community dental professionals • Champion compliance with Joint Commission, OSHA, and radiation safety standards, serving as Dental Radiation Safety Officer • Stay clinically connected by providing direct patient care as needed, so you keep your skills sharp while leading from the front
Requirements
What You Bring DDS or DMD from an accredited program Active Pennsylvania dental license (or eligibility) Board certification or eligibility 3–5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a dental or clinical setting A track record of managing clinical operations, staff performance, and compliance