Multi-Location Dental Operations Director

Specialty1 Partners; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

BCBS Medical & Dental insurance

VSP Vision Coverage

Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (e

Short-term & Long-Term Disability

Pet Insurance Coverage

401(k) plan w/match options

HSA / FSA Account Access

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services Package

Hospital/Accident/Critical Care

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Specialty1 Partners is seeking a senior leader to guide several dental practice locations, driving operational excellence, financial performance, and regulatory compliance. You will mentor office managers, foster growth, and champion change across the network, including CT, MA, NH, VT, ME, and Upstate/Western NY with ~14 practices and 54.5 million in revenue.

You will travel regularly, build strong partner relationships, oversee recruitment, and implement strategic initiatives while ensuring

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years in a leadership role within a healthcare setting.
• Proven track record in managing multiple locations and teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related field.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and drive change effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in financial management and understanding of P&L statements.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Proficiency with practice management software and other relevant technology.
• Ability to travel regularly to various practice locations.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong commitment to employee development and retention.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work flexible hours

Responsibilities

• Set and execute monthly travel plans to visit direct reports and engage with partner practices.
• Build strong relationships with partner doctors, practice leaders, and team members.
• Onboard new associates through regular communication, partnering with them, andmonitoringtheir growth.
• Attendweekly field visits, leading by example and engaging with the entire team.
• Identifyfocus areas: financials, human resources/recruitment, strategicinitiatives, revenue cycle management and payer relations, accounts payable, procurement, and marketing.
• Influence and implement change, standardizingplansand growth initiatives.
• Communicate organizational vision, strategic initiatives, and operational changes effectively to leadership and team members, ensuring understanding, alignment, and successful implementation across all assigned locations.
• Mentor and develop Office Managers/Practice Leaders, aligning IDP plans for growth opportunities.
• Conduct regular 1:1meetingswith managers, build strong relationships with partner surgeons and associates, and provide tools with measurable goals.
• Identifygrowth opportunities for practices to grow organically, manage costs, and improve the bottom line.
• Engagemonthly MORs, develop SMART action plans, prepare detailed plans for hotspot practices, and measure results.
• Identifyoperational inefficiencies and best practices to drive organic growth.
• Manage compliance issues in partnership with the compliance team, VP of Operations, and Compliance department.
• Ensure regulatory requirements and company SOPs are met.
• Focus on employee retention, engagement, and champion companywide initiatives.
• Lead the coding initiative to ensure effective implementation of recommended coding changes.
• Align MBO goals around best practices and practice optimization initiatives.
• Maintainstrong communicationwithVP of Operations to meet goals, standardize processes, and streamline communication with other department heads.
• Concur practice approvals and to VP for final approval.
• Review all bonuses and increases with VP of Operationsand follow the approval process.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Communication

Travel readiness

Regulatory compliance

Financial management (P&L)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or related field

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Specialty1 Partners is seeking a senior leader to guide several dental practice locations, driving operational excellence, financial performance, and regulatory compliance. You will mentor office managers, foster growth, and champion change across the network, including CT, MA, NH, VT, ME, and Upstate/Western NY with ~14 practices and 54.5 million in revenue.

You will travel regularly, build strong partner relationships, oversee recruitment, and implement strategic initiatives while ensuring