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Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic · 1 week ago

Vice President of Dental Care

Yakima, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$300K/yr - $300K/yr

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is a community-focused organization that provides comprehensive healthcare services to communities in the Pacific Northwest. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President of Dental Care to oversee dental operations, mentor staff, and ensure the highest standards of dental care across their clinics.

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Responsibilities

Leadership and Management: Oversee dental operations, mentor and support dental staff, and contribute to strategic planning and policy development

Staff Supervision: Supervise, mentor, and train staff; manage performance; conduct evaluations; set goals; address performance issues; and participate in disciplinary actions

Staff Development: Support staff development, recruitment, and orientation while fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment

Care Coordination: Develop dental care plans, coordinate with other departments, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide leadership to achieve strategic goals

Quality Assurance: Oversee budget, quality assurance, and promote cultural competence

Community Engagement: Act as a liaison within the organization and community, support dental education and public health programs, and prepare for and participate in state, federal, and Joint Commission (TJC) audits

Representation: Actively participate in the community, establish and maintain productive relationships with community partners, and represent the organization on outside boards, committees, managed care organizations, forums, and meetings, supporting decisions on behalf of the Chief Health Officer (CHO) and the organization

Travel: Travel is required to fulfill corporate needs and attend necessary meetings to represent the corporation and/or Dental Department

Patient Care: Provide high-quality dental care to patients, ensuring adherence to best practices and clinical guidelines. Perform all phases of direct dental care, including extractions, restorations, and prosthetics. Conduct patient examinations to assess oral health, capture detailed exam information, and formulate treatment plans based on patients’ financial situations and physical needs. Diagnose and treat pathological conditions, prescribe medications, and maintain accurate Electronic Dental Record (EDR) documentation

Community and Project Work: Work on community oral health and clinic projects as assigned by the Chief Health Officer (CHO), ensuring quality control techniques are utilized. Assist in the evaluation of Dental Providers, Dental Assistants, and support staff

Education and Mentorship: Serve as Northwest Dental Residency faculty, mentoring residents in Washington clinics. Serve as “Affiliate in Practice” faculty, mentoring dental students during their rotations

Clinical Oversight: Clinical duties will be a float opportunity in the Yakima Valley and Benton County, allowing the provider to become familiar with all of our practices. Oversee clinic operations for all clinics in Washington and Oregon