Director of Dental Care

Posting Number:

2500

Job Schedule:

Full Time Job Shift:

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Classification:

3 -

Professional Min Salary:

$

Max Salary:

$ Work Location Main Campus Job Description Summary The Director of Dental Care provides leadership and operational oversight for the college's Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs, as well as the on-campus dental clinic. This role ensures high-quality education, student success, faculty development, and clinical operations in alignment with accreditation standards and industry best practices. Teaching within the dental programs may be required as determined by the Vice President of Health Sciences.

Minimum Qualifications Required :

Current and valid North Carolina Dental Hygiene License, Dental Assisting License, or Dental License (DDS or DMD) or eligible to obtain NC licensure within 6 months of hire. Minimum 5 years experience in dental education, dental practice, or clinic management. At least 3 years in a leadership or administrative role. Experience with program development and accreditation processes (preferably CODA) Knowledge of dental hygiene and assisting education trends and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred :

Master's degree in Health Administration, Public Health, Education, or related field within one year of hire.

Essential Duties Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

and other duties assigned as needed Program Oversight Lead Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and college goals Develop and evaluate curricula and educational practices to promote student success. Continuously improve programs using faculty, student, and industry feedback Clinic Management Oversee the Dental Clinic Manager and daily clinic operations. Ensure regulatory compliance, safety, and infection control protocols. Manage clinical rotations and maintain policies for a high-quality patient care environment. Financial & Budgetary Oversight Develop and manage program and clinic budgets. Explore revenue opportunities, grants, and other funding sources. Monitor expenditures and maintain financial sustainability. Accreditation & Compliance Maintain accreditation standards for dental programs. Prepare for site visits and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Student Success & Engagement Support student academic advising, mentorship, and career development. Implement strategies to recruit and retain diverse students. Community & Industry Engagement Build partnerships with local dental practices, associations, and employers. Organize community outreach programs to promote dental health. Reporting & Data Management Track and report metrics such as enrollment, graduation, licensure exam results, and clinic performance. Prepare reports for the Associate Dean and other stakeholders. Forsyth Tech cultivate a culture of belonging where every member - students, staff, and faculty - are valued, respected, accepted and encouraged to use our true and authentic self and the voice of our unique characteristics and experiences to help us achieve excellence and fulfill our mission. Foster an inclusive environment where our entire community of faculty and staff embrace student success as the heart and soul of our core mission and everything, we do must clearly be tied to advancing student success.

Physical Demands Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment. The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others. The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools. The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds. The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Workplace Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Open Until Filled:

Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Should you require assistance, please contact Human Resources at 336-734-7302