Job Summary: The Dental Director is responsible for the leadership, oversight, and strategic direction of Hamilton Health Center’s Dental Department across multiple service locations. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered dental care while maintaining operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and alignment with organizational goals. The Dental Director plays a key leadership role in driving clinical excellence, expanding access to care, supporting provider performance, and advancing the organization’s mission within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment. Benefits Offered: Hamilton Health Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Employer-paid life insurance • Retirement plan with employer contribution • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Key Responsibilities: • Provide leadership, supervision, and oversight of all dental providers and clinical staff • Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered dental services across all locations • Oversee clinical performance, peer review processes, and provider evaluations • Develop, implement, and maintain dental policies and procedures • Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, OSHA, and all regulatory standards • Collaborate with leadership on operational planning, staffing models, and patient flow optimization • Monitor productivity, performance metrics, and departmental outcomes • Partner with Finance and leadership to develop and manage departmental budgets • Support revenue cycle initiatives and departmental financial performance • Lead recruitment, onboarding, and development of dental staff in collaboration with Human Resources • Investigate and respond to patient complaints in accordance with organizational policy • Serve as Dental Radiation Safety Officer and ensure compliance with applicable regulations • Prepare reports, participate in leadership meetings, and support strategic initiatives • Provide direct patient care as needed, consistent with credentials and privileges Qualifications: Required: • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited program • Active license to practice Dentistry in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Board certification or eligibility through the American Dental Association • Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in a dental or clinical setting • Demonstrated experience managing clinical operations, staff performance, and compliance Preferred: • Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or multi-site healthcare organization • Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and regulatory survey processes • Experience with budgeting, productivity metrics, and revenue cycle performance • Bilingual (Spanish) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Strong knowledge of dental practice management and regulatory standards • Proven leadership, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills • Ability to manage multi-site operations and competing priorities • Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to utilize data for decision-making • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA • Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and ethical decision-making Physical & Work Requirements: • Travel between Hamilton Health Center locations required • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods • Ability to lift up to 15 pounds • Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform fine motor tasks About Hamilton Health Center: Hamilton Health Center is the only Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Dauphin County. We are committed to improving the health of Central Pennsylvania’s residents by delivering high-quality, respectful, and patient-centered health and related social services—regardless of health, economic, or insurance status. Our mission-driven team works collaboratively to promote access, prevention, education, and whole-person care. EOE