PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Assistant Dental Director (ADD) supervises and evaluates the performance of each dental support and auxiliary staff member. The ADD will administer team orientation for new support staff members. The position will entail the implementation and continued revision of training and orientation manuals in coordination with department procedure growth and expansion. The ADD will communicate regularly with the Dental Director to provide updates regarding staffing profiles, performance evaluations, competency completion, clinical patient flow, skill-set training and chart auditing. The ADD will have the responsibility to review and approve credentialing and privileging for other licensed and certified practitioners (OLCP) and other clinical staff within the dental department. The Assistant Dental Director provides supplementary supervision of the dental department, properly maintaining the needs of LCH&D patients from registration to discharge.
The Assistant Dental Director will coordinate and supervise the School Based Dental Sealant program. The ADD will provide leadership support, team collaboration, inventory control and management reporting. The Assistant Dental Director will govern the delivery of school-based care under the recommended guidance of the ODH and have secondary oversight and support from the Dental Director.
The Assistant Dental Director is responsible to provide collaborating support of all patient care and related work activities within the dental clinic, including care provided by dentist, hygienists, and assistants at Lorain County Health & Dentistry. Working closely with the Dental Director, the Assistant Dental Director supports improving oral health clinical quality indicators to be included in the annual Board-approved Quality Improvement Plan and to be regularly measured and reported on through the Quality Structure. Through effective planning, and working closely with the Dental Director, the Assistant Dental Director is expected to present opportunities to enhance the care and services provided in the dental clinic and in the medical clinics, such as through internal referrals, to further meet the needs of the target population. As a member of the Dental Management Team, the Assistant Dental Director is expected to be an exemplary role model, accountable to the organization's mission and having excellent communication and leadership skills. All care and services are provided in accordance with the organization's philosophy of "partnership" with patients while integrating its values of Respect, Quality, Compassion and Hope
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Must have DDS or DMD.
- Must be a licensed dentist in the State of Ohio.
- Must maintain the appropriate continuing education requirements as established by the State Board of Dental Examiners
- Must have BLS Certification
SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Must have Dental degree and must be licensed to practice in the State of Ohio.Must maintain the appropriate continuing education requirements as established by the State Board of Dental Examiners.A minimum of three years of dental experience in a non-profit community healthcare environment is preferred.Must have valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.Ability to work cooperatively with others.Ability to efficiently and effectively lead a team.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Fine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed.Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.Category I re : exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases.PUBLIC AND PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITES
Local travel between health centers required.Attend relevant professional activities such as dental society meetings and company-sponsored events as needed and requested.Attend and lead meetings as directed.Attend trainings and seminars as directed.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reinforce performance expectations and department goals which align with department and organizational budgets and are in keeping with the center's strategic and quality improvement plans.Supervise all dental support and auxiliary staff.Oversee completion and submission of quarterly chart audits on all provider staff.Uses ADP system to monitor time and attendance and authorizes payroll for assigned staff.Review and approve credentialing and privileging for other licensed and certified practitioners (OLCP's) and other clinical staff within the dental department.Provide monthly input and preparation for Dental Team meetings.Administer 90-day and annual assistant employee evaluations.Develop and conduct assistant training and yearly competencies.Collaborate with HR and Dental Director to further assistant staff recruiting.The Assistant Dental Director may work with Human Resources to interview and select staff in keeping with the Staffing Plan and the Lorain County Health & Dentistry Operating Budget.Present and coordinate assistant orientation training program.Participate with the Dental Director to provide monthly newsletter articles.Recognize departmental quarterly goals and provide support for achievement.Provide OSHA / Infection prevention training for the dental department.Provide input and contribute to the Annual Safety & Risk Management Training Calendar & Plan.Coordinate the monthly dental staffing schedule while paying special attention to allocating resources according to need and making sure each staff member is properly oriented and trained for their assignment.Assign Relias courses in collaboration with HR and Dental Director.Assist in preparing and overseeing the meeting of dental department UDS goals.Oversee and coordinate the School Based Dental Sealant program including but not limited to :drop off and pick up the permission slips from partner schoolscreate and distribute sealant placement schedules to partner schoolsschedule education dates as neededpresent educational programs to students as neededprepare charts for students that have parental consent for sealant placementinput student appointments into the scheduleopening encounters after sealant placementaccurately maintain patient chartsbill patient for completed treatmentcontact parents of students that need follow-up appointments and schedule appointmentsorder supplies for the program and maintain equipment as needed.Stay current on dental advancements and best practices and ensure Lorain County Health & Dentistry provides the best, most up to date care possible.Provide input on the daily schedule to maximize efficiency and accommodate late, walk-in, and emergency patients whenever possible.Ensure the clinical area meets or exceeds quality and regulatory standards.Support processes to maximize productivity and efficiency in clinic work flow.Must maintain accurate records and ensure all staff records are maintained accurately by those who report directly to them.Must have knowledge of the LCH&D Continuous Quality Improvement Plan and be guided by its goals and objectives in carrying out the role of Assistant Dental Director.Ensure all staff who report to them are prepared with appropriate materials and support so to allow for efficiency and excellence.In addition to the aforementioned administrative responsibilities, the Assistant Dental Director treats dental patients approximately four days a week and as such is also expected to do the following :Review patient's oral history.
Examine mouth for signs of disease, damage, or decay.Perform routine checkups and screenings.Educate patients on recommended techniques to improve and maintain good oral health.Take, develop, and review x-ray images of teeth and mouth as needed.Diagnose and define a treatment plan for all issues or potential issues as it relates to the teeth, gums, and oral health in general.Provide required oral health care and procedures including restorative, endodontic, fixed prosthodontics, and oral surgery procedures to those most in needIdentify appropriate and clinically sound referral sources for specialty dental care and make referrals as appropriate; monitor external referrals made by all LCH&D dentistsParticipates in Peer ReviewBENEFITS
Excellent Training and Orientation ProgramNational Health Service Corps Loan Repayment EligibilityPublic Service Loan Forgiveness EligibilityPaid HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceEmployer Paid Life InsuranceEmployer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability401(k) Retirement PlanGiving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity of all person, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
LCH&D is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department at careers@lorainhealth-dentistry.org Learn More
