Managing Dentist; Community Health in Central Virginia

Job Title:

Managing Dentist Location:

Lynchburg, VA Schedule:

32-40 hours per week (schedule varies)

Status:

Exempt -

Full-time Salary:

Base $182,400 + production bonus for potential $250k-$300k Annual (details below)

Benefits:

Generous (details below)

Reports To:

Chief Medical Officer Purpose The Managing Dentist is the lead dental provider for our Community Health Center. We are committed to providing comprehensive, accessible, and affordable oral health care to underserved residents. This role combines direct patient care with clinical leadership, ensuring the delivery of high-quality dentistry in alignment with our mission and in compliance with required guidelines. The Managing Dentist serves as the sole dentist managing our dental clinic. The Managing Dentist provides preventative, restorative, and emergency dental services, clinical supervision to dental assistants, and collaborates with medical and behavioral health teams to ensure integrated care. The Managing Dentist may be directed by the Chief Medical Officer to perform other duties in accordance with requirements, contractual agreements, as well as policies, procedures and protocols established by our Board of Directors.

Responsibilities Clinical Care:

Provide comprehensive general dentistry services, including preventive, diagnostic, restorative, and emergency care to patients over the age of 16. Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation of patient encounters in eClinicalWorks, the electronic health record. Adhere to standards of care, infection control protocols, HIPAA, OSHA, and CDC guidelines. Work with dental support staff and the Operations Manager to ensure the dental center's compliance with the health center, federal, and state infection control and safety regulations. Obtains dental specialists for general dentistry patients by referring to endodontists, oral/maxillofacial surgeons, orthodontists, pediatric dentists, periodontists, and prosthodontists Prescribe medications in compliance with DEA regulations and clinical guidelines.

Clinical Leadership and Oversight:

Serve as the lead dentist at the clinic, setting the tone for quality and compassionate patient care. Provider clinical supervision and mentorship to dental hygienists, dental assistants, and dental students (as applicable). Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer and Chief Operating Officer on policies, protocols, and quality improvement initiatives. Monitor productivity, quality metrics, and patient outcomes; participate in performance improvement programs.

Compliance and Quality:

Ensure services meet HRSA and FQHC-specific standards and requirements. Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures; maintaining asepsis; complying with the State's Dental Practice Act and other health and legal regulations. Participate in peer reviews, audits, and compliance reviews. Maintain licensure, DEA registration, and continuing education requirements.

Community and Mission:

Promote the mission of the health center by delivering comprehensive, compassionate care to all patients. Participate in outreach, education, and community engagement activities as requested. Support integration of oral health with primary care and behavioral health services. Reach out to our Talent Partner, Tyler, if you'd like a 10/20 minute intro call. 804.750.0456 or tylerbrown@vcha.org

Pay:

$185,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person