Chief Dental Officer

The Iowa Primary Care Association is actively recruiting a Chief Dental Officer to provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) in Dubuque, IA ! Our community health center in Dubuque provides access to dental, healthcare, and wellness services for the Tri‑State area. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility (2nd largest in Iowa) consists of 35 operatories, an oral surgery center and an onsite dental lab. We have invested in new equipment such as intraoral scanners, milling machines, 3D imaging, rotary endo, and surgical microscopes, which reflects our commitment to embrace advanced technology. We will also soon work in the community with our new two‑operatory mobile dental clinic. These investments align well with our mission to offer high‑quality comprehensive care to all age groups. What is a community health center (FQHC) The largest source of comprehensive primary care for underserved communities and populations. With an integrated care model that includes medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, patients can access comprehensive, coordinated services often under one roof. Clinic Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday–Thursday & 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Fridays Full‑time position: schedule flexible within clinic hours with time allotted for patient‑facing, admin time, & overseeing the dental residency/faculty program. Percentage of time for each function can be discussed. Appointment types: 60 minutes for new patients & 30 minutes for follow‑ups Provider team includes: 8 dentists (including 2 pediatric dentists), 1 oral surgeon, 5 hygienists, + 31 additional staff (assistants, clinical, administrative) Operatories/Exam Rooms: 35 (includes 2 surgical suites & 2 bariatric units) EHR: Ochin Epic Duties: In addition to providing patient care and leading all dental efforts of the Center, the CDO will qualify for a faculty appointment with NYU Langone Dental Medicine and oversee the dental residency program. Student Loan Repayment Programs: Eligible for $50,000 in student loan repayment in exchange for 2 years of service through state & federal programs Competitive Salary : $225,000–275,000 negotiable depending on experience + monthly production incentive. Relocation and/or sign‑on bonus are negotiable. Licensing and Professional Subscriptions: Reimbursement provided. Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and flexible spending available. Continuing Education: Continuing education & tuition reimbursement programs available Paid Time Off: generous PTO accrual with additional sick time available + 7.5 paid holidays (+1 floating holiday) Retirement Plans : 401(k) with 5% match Malpractice Insurance: FTCA Malpractice Insurance coverage. Join us in making a difference in the community while enjoying a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment! Requirements Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited institution. Active license to practice dentistry in the State of Iowa. Iowa DPA/DEA registration and current CPR/BLS certification. 5+ years of progressive leadership experience (preferred in primary care or community health setting). Experience leading dental training programs for undergraduate & postgraduate students highly preferred. Knowledge of evidence‑based clinical protocols and quality improvement standards. Bilingual in English + Spanish or Marshallese would be a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr