Director- Dental

Establishes Dental Center goals, standards, policies, protocols, and procedures that align with UC Health priorities and current professional standards.

Leads the development, maintenance, and expansion of dental services and identifies opportunities to strengthen programs, access, and patient care.

Represents the Dental Center and UC Health at internal and external meetings and builds effective relationships across hospital programs and services.

Participates in grant development and other initiatives that support the Dental Center's clinical and educational mission.

Provides comprehensive general dentistry services, including diagnosis, preventive dentistry, periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, and oral surgery.

Examines patients, diagnoses dental and oral conditions, develops treatment plans, provides or directs appropriate treatment, and coordinates specialty referrals in accordance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines.

Ensures dental records accurately and completely reflect patient encounters, clinical conditions, and care provided.

Promotes oral health and disease prevention through clear, patient-centered education.

Ensures dental practice complies with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, regulations, protocols, and professional standards.

Oversees Dental Center operations, staffing, equipment planning, revenue performance, and budget compliance.

Develops and monitors operating budgets, recommends capital purchases, and supports accurate and timely coding and billing processes.

Coordinates dental programs and services with other hospital departments to support continuity of care and patient welfare.

Uses sound judgment to resolve operational issues, improve workflows, and sustain an efficient, patient-focused practice.

Participates in the recruitment and selection of Dental Center staff.

Provides leadership, supervision, coaching, counseling, and performance guidance to professional staff, residents, and other Dental Center team members.

Builds a collaborative environment that supports accountability, professional development, teamwork, and excellent patient service.

Provides overall administration and leadership for the AEGD program.

Develops and implements the curriculum plan and maintains records related to the educational program.

Oversees the ongoing evaluation of program content, faculty teaching, and student and resident performance.

Evaluates resident training and supervision in affiliated institutions and off-service rotations.

Leads resident selection and supports a high-quality clinical learning environment.