Location: Dental Clinic - 12750 SE Stark St Building E, Portland, OR 97233
Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday
Wage Range: $200,000.00 – $246,750.00 annual salary, Exempt
If you are a motivated and dedicated Dental Director looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!
At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.
The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.
The Dental Director has the responsibility for the ongoing development and implementation of a comprehensive system of oral health care for NARA. The Dental Director will work to provide leadership and in developing and implementing collaborative and integrated services with NARA in a culturally appropriate manner. In addition, the Dental Director will provide clinical supervision to all dental staff and work closely with the Dental Manager to carry out dental operations.
Maintains a clinical patient load that is equivalent to 0.75 FTE clinical dentist/ provides hands-on patient care as scheduled each week
Develop, maintain and implement formal clinic policies and procedures; guide dentists and professional staff to deliver consistent standards of care according to policies and assuring highest quality of clinical practices are delivered
Collaborate with the Dental Manager and other management to ensure smooth operation of clinic and programs including staffing and patient visit ratios, scheduling, cost-benefit of programs; advise on facilities and equipment purchases and repairs
Performs chart reviews in accordance with NARA polices and adheres to the standards of those policies
Ensures programs are developed to meet client needs and client utilization is appropriate
Develops and monitors client outcomes and ensure the highest level of patient care
In consultation with and under the direction of the Compliance Officer ensure compliance to current OSHA regulations, Infection Control standards, safety and hazard procedures and accreditation requirements.
This position will closely and collaboratively work with the Medical Director, Health Services Officer and other program directors accepting cultural guidance and support, to achieve the highest quality of services and best outcomes for clients and community.
Supervises the day-to-day clinical activities of all dental provider staff. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the clinic, and as may be required by the Board of Directors to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained.
Maintains and understands designated Oregon Board duties assigned to dentists, dental assistants dental hygienists and dental therapist
Participates in the State of Oregon’s Dental Therapy pilot project (DPP #100) by providing general oversight and guidance to the implementation of DPP#100 project at NARA
Assists, develops and maintains relationship with the nine Oregon tribes and other tribes across the country, Indian Health Service, Health Resource & Services Administration, Oregon Primary Care Association, the State of Oregon and other healthcare entities.
Develops and maintains relationships with the Native community and ensures their involvement in program design and operation
We would like to hear from people that have:
A Doctor of Dental Medicine degree or a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from a college or university accredited by the American Dental Association
Possession of a valid license to practice dentistry issued by the State of Oregon.
Have or be able to obtain a Controlled Substance Registration Certificate.
Three years of dental clinic or professional work experience
1 year of Management experience required
Oregon Nitrous Oxide endorsement. If nitrous oxide endorsement is not available, must have this certification within 6 months of hire
Maintains at least Basic Life Support certification
Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members.
Work collaboratively with clients, other NARA staff, team members, and to treat everyone with respect and dignity at all times.
Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.
14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th!
Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
13 Paid Days of Sick Time
13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
$50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Health Spending Account
401(k) with 4% Match
Employee Assistance Program
Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC
To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
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NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.
NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.
Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart
Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.
