Chief Dental Officer

Dental Director

Lead with Purpose. Serve with Compassion Klamath Health Partnership (KHP) is a Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to integrated, equitable care across medical, dental, and behavioral health services. We're seeking a strategic and clinically driven Dental Director to oversee our dental program and shape oral health outcomes across our community-based clinics.

About the Role

As Dental Director, you'll provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for our dental department. You'll guide providers, champion quality improvement, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with the executive team to expand access and improve the health of underserved populations. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines mentorship, strategy, and patient-centered care.

Dental Director Key Responsibilities

• Supervise dental provider team and conduct performance evaluations
• Lead development of clinical protocols and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Oversee scheduling, workflow planning, and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in strategic and financial planning discussions with leadership
• Represent KHP in regional/state meetings and serve as liaison to external partners
• Ensure dental program accreditation and facilitate provider onboarding

Qualifications

• DDS/DMD from an accredited dental school (required)
• Valid Oregon dental license, DEA registration, and ACLS/PALS certification (required)
• 3+ years of experience in primary care or community health settings preferred
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience
• Strong understanding of FQHC operations, compliance, and policy
• Commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and team-building skills
• Willingness to occasionally work evenings/weekends

Why Join Us

• Make a lasting impact in oral healthcare and access equity
• Lead a collaborative, mission-driven team
• Work within an interdisciplinary care model
• Shape the future of dental services in the Klamath Basin

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Plan
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture with opportunities for growth

Physical Requirements & Accommodations

• Clear verbal communication and active listening
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and use of hands
• Occasional lifting/moving of items up to 25 lbs.
• Bending, stooping, and reaching
• Visual abilities: close and distance vision, color recognition, depth perception, focus adjustment

Klamath Health Partnership is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.