Senior Dental Director

Delta Dental of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 178,000 - 292,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Vacation & sick time from day one

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development plans

Employee-led communities

Job summary

Delta Dental of Washington in Seattle seeks a Senior Dental Director to lead the provider network strategy and serve as the clinical leader ensuring outcomes aligned with our mission. You will drive cross-functional collaboration and oversee a team across internal and external stakeholders.

You will manage a robust provider network, partner with senior leaders, and advance initiatives that improve access, quality care, and member experience while upholding our values of accountability, courage,

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited institution.
• Current license to practice dentistry in the state of Washington, maintained in good standing.
• 12+ years of related experience, including 810 years of clinical practice and prior leadership or management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the long-term provider strategy with stakeholders.
• Lead MAP and Member Nominating Panel coordination.
• Direct provider network development, recruitment, and retention.
• Analyze the network to identify opportunities for expansion and improvement.
• Oversee provider contract development and revisions.
• Partner with Underwriting and Actuarial on provider reimbursement strategies.
• Develop strategic relationships with dental partners, vendors, DD Plans Association and associations.
• Provide clinical expertise and liaison to provider partners.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Provider Relations and Provider Experience teams.
• Employ workflow management and strategic staff deployment.
• Ensure all network and contracting activities comply with standards.
• Stay informed of industry trends and competitor activity to inform strategy.

Skills

Provider relations

Leadership

Strategy development

Contract management

Healthcare analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

DDS / DMD

Washington dental license

Job description

Senior Dental Director

CATEGORY: Provider Relations

REQUISITION NUMBER: SENIO001526

LOCATION: Seattle, WA 98109, USA

Posting Details

• Posted: October 2, 2026
• Full‑Time
• Hybrid

Locations

• Seattle
  400 Fairview Ave N
  Suite 800
  Seattle, WA 98109, USA
• Seattle
  400 Fairview Ave N
  Suite 800
  Seattle, WA 98109, USA

Job Details

Are you interested in building provider networks and serving as the clinical leader that supports improved outcomes related to mission driven work? The Sr. Dental Director leads the development and execution of the organization's provider network strategy to meet overall business, financial, and access goals. Additionally, the Sr. Director leads a team and collaborates with senior leadership to analyze market trends, ensure network adequacy, serve as the clinic expert in various internal and external forums, and ensure an exceptional provider experience.

At Delta Dental of Washington our vision is that all people can enjoy good oral and overall health, with no one left behind. We succeed because of a shared commitment to a set of values that guide everything we do for our customers, for our communities, and for each other. We are Accountable. We lean in with Courage. We stay Curious. We are Inclusive. We act with Integrity.

We offer a highly competitive medical, dental and vision plans as well offering an 8% 401k match and all employees start accruing vacation and sick time from their very first day. We empower employee development through our tuition reimbursement plan, professional development plans, and employee-led communities.

The pay range for this position in Western Washington varies between $177,900 $292,200. Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Delta Dental of Washington and Arcora Foundation, intends to offer the selected candidate a base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. Base pay will also be adjusted based on the candidate's geographic location.

Essential Responsibilities include the following: The list of responsibilities listed is not intended to be comprehensive. Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Delta Dental of Washington and Arcora Foundation reserve the right to change the responsibilities at any time with or without notice.

• Develop, implement, and oversee the long‑term provider strategy in partnership with key internal stakeholders, ensuring effective execution and alignment with the organization's financial, operational, and clinical objectives.
• Lead Delta Dental interface with and organization of the Member Dentist Advisory Panel (MAP) and Member Nominating Panel.
• Direct all aspects of provider network development, recruitment, and retention.
• Analyze the network to identify opportunities for expansion and improvement.
• Oversees provider contract development and revisions for all networks.
• Partner with Underwriting and Actuarial to develop and implement innovative provider reimbursement strategies that balance stakeholder financial needs while ensuring robust member access.
• Develop and advance strategic relationships with key dental partners, vendors, Delta Dental Plans Association, Delta Dental Member Companies, Office of the Insurance Commissioner, and professional dental associations.
• Provide clinical expertise across the organization while serving as a key liaison to strategic provider partners and fostering strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Provider Relations and Provider Experience teams, overseeing day‑to‑day operations and fostering a high‑performing, results‑driven culture.
• Employ advanced principles of workflow management and business process efficiencies by making strategic decisions about system applications and staff deployment.
• Ensure all network and contracting activities comply with regulatory, contractual, and accreditation standards.
• Stay informed of industry trends, emerging healthcare issues, provider survey data and competitor activity to inform strategy.

The experience, skills, and education needed to succeed in the position are outlined below. These requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from an accredited institution.
• Current license to practice dentistry in the state of Washington, maintained in good standing.
• 12+ years of related experience, including 810 years of clinical practice and prior leadership or management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with a proven ability to motivate and lead cross‑functional teams.
• Expertise in provider relations, including network recruitment and management, provider services, data management, provider engagement, risk and issue identification, strategy development, and budget oversight.
• Proven ability to build and foster strategic partnerships to influence decisions and deliver outcomes.
• Knowledge of current dental technologies and dental benefits trends, with the ability to apply technology to improve business outcomes.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret complex information and data and communicate insights clearly to diverse audiences, including the Board of Directors.
• Ability to interpret complex data to make decisions, projections, and recommendations.
• Previous experience in the dental benefits industry is preferred.

Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Arcora Foundation, Delta Dental of Washington, and TriForza are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We are committed to the highest standards of information security and HIPAA compliance, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and protection of all data. All staff are expected to support this commitment by following relevant policies.

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