Dental Director, Correctional Health & Operations

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health in Houston seeks a Dental Director for the Harris County Jail. The role is 80% clinical and 20% administrative, providing comprehensive dental care while leading QA programs, policies, and protocols.

Requirements include a DDS, Texas license, and 3 years of direct dental experience; 2 years of management experience; CCHP within 1 year. Strong communication and office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• DDS required; advanced training in GPR/AEGD preferred.
• Three years of direct dental services experience.
• Two years of management experience overseeing dentists and dental assistants.
• CCHP certification to be completed within one year of appointment.
• Licensed by Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental care to dental patients in the Harris County Jail.
• Role is 80% clinical and 20% administrative.
• Develop and monitor quality assurance programs, policies, and procedures.
• Establish dental standards of care and implement protocols; monitor benchmarks.
• Oversee operations and coordinate with health care staff to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Verbal communication

Public speaking

Written communication

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Medical terminology

Statistical knowledge

Education

Doctor of Dental Services (DDS)

Advanced training (GPR/AEGD)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Harris Health in Houston seeks a Dental Director for the Harris County Jail. The role is 80% clinical and 20% administrative, providing comprehensive dental care while leading QA programs, policies, and protocols.

Requirements include a DDS, Texas license, and 3 years of direct dental experience; 2 years of management experience; CCHP within 1 year. Strong communication and office skills are essential.