Dental Director

Mountain Community Health Partnership; Bakersville (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employer Paid Health Insurance

Life Insurance; Group and Voluntary

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Mountain Community Health Partnership in Bakersville, NC seeks a Dental Director to lead a community-focused dental program while continuing direct patient care. The role combines clinical practice with leadership and program development in an FQHC setting.

Responsibilities include policy development, oversight of dental operations, staff recruitment and training, and ensuring high-quality, compliant patient care for all ages. Join a mission-driven team in a rural Appalachian community.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a dental or health program.
• Broad competency across general dentistry procedures.
• Experience in community health or underserved settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of dental department operations.
• Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Monitor provider productivity, quality outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate on strategic planning and program growth.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of dental staff.
• Provide comprehensive general dentistry services to patients of all ages.
• Diagnose and treat routine and emergency dental conditions.
• Order and interpret radiographs and other diagnostic studies.
• Coordinate referrals for specialty dental care as needed.
• Mentor hygiene staff and dental assistants.
• Promote consistency in clinical practices and standards of care.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical dentistry

Program development

Education

DDS or DMD

NC dental license

Job description

Mountain Community Health Partnership is seeking an experienced and compassionate Dental Director to lead and grow our dental program. This is an outstanding opportunity for a licensed dentist who is passionate about community health and wants to combine clinical practice with leadership and program development. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), MCHP is committed to providing high-quality, patient centered care to underserved communities. The Dental Director plays a vital role in shaping the future of our dental services while continuing to provide direct patient care.

The Dental Director provides clinical leadership, operational oversight, and strategic direction for MCHP's Dental Program. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality dental services, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, supporting provider development, and advancing the organization's mission. In addition to administrative and leadership responsibilities, the Dental Director actively provides comprehensive dental care to patients and serves as a mentor and clinical resource for the dental team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and oversight of all dental department operations.
• Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Monitor provider productivity, quality outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate with organizational leadership on strategic planning and program growth.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of dental staff.
• Provide comprehensive general dentistry services to patients of all ages.
• Diagnose and treat routine and emergency dental conditions.
• Perform restorative procedures, crowns and bridges, removable prosthetics, uncomplicated endodontics, and minor oral surgery.
• Order and interpret radiographs and other diagnostic studies.
• Coordinate referrals for specialty dental care when necessary.
• Mentor and coach dental hygienists, and dental assistants.
• Promote consistency in clinical practices and standards of care.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Education: DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school. Current NC dental license in good standing.
  
• Experience: Minimum of one year of leadership or supervisory experience. Demonstrated clinical competency across a broad range of general dentistry procedures. Experience leading a multidisciplinary team and practicing in a community health center or underserved setting.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, including FQHC and HRSA requirements.
  

Benefits:

• 401(k)
  
• Employer Paid Health Insurance
• Life Insurance; Group and Voluntary
• Paid Time Off

Why Bakersville:

• Located in Mitchell County, Bakersville offers a true rural mountain lifestyle with:
  • Breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains.
  • Easy access to hiking, biking, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
  • A welcoming, small-town community with deep Appalachian roots.
  • Proximity to Asheville, Boone, and Johnson City while avoiding city congestion.
  • A slower pace of life that supports work-life balance and personal well-being.

What we Offer:

• Mission-drive, patient-focused practice environment.
• Eligible practice site for state and federal loan repayment programs.
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture.
• Predictable schedule focused on sustainability and provider well-being.
• Opportunity to make a last impact in a rural Appalachian community.