Dental Director Jobs
Dental Director jobs are open across group dental practices, federally qualified health centers, managed care organizations, and insurance networks, from lead clinical director to VP of dental services, with specializations in clinical operations, quality assurance, and provider network management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Texas A&M University College of Dentistry invites applications for a full- time Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) position with an 11-month academic appointment beginning June 1, 2027. Applicants will be considered for the faculty titles of Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor, depending on qualifications and appointment track.
The position will include an administrative appointment as Executive Director for the Dental Hygiene Program. The Program Director of the Texas A&M College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Program is a position considered at executive leadership level with the working title of Executive Director. The Executive Director responsibilities are equivalent to the responsibilities of a Department Head.
The administrative duties and responsibilities of this position include leadership and continuous improvement of the curriculum, oversight of all educational programs and learning experiences, and management of nonclinical, biomedical, and clinical education. The position is responsible for ensuring student success through matriculation, academic progression, graduation, and preparation for professional licensure. In addition, this position is responsible for providing administrative and operational leadership for the department, including the recruitment, development, mentorship, and evaluation of faculty and staff; stewardship of departmental resources and budget; oversight of assessment, accreditation, and continuous quality improvement efforts; and active engagement in college- and university-level governance, strategic planning, and institutional decision-making. In this administrative leadership role, the candidate will also participate at the executive level in advancing the strategic priorities, reputation, and growth of the Texas A&M College of Dentistry in alignment with the mission and vision of Texas A&M University.
As a member of the dental hygiene faculty, candidates will be expected to teach within the program; foster a culture of inquiry, scholarship, and creative activity; and support faculty endeavors consistent with the program's mission and goals. Additionally, candidates are required to participate in service activities should demonstrate a commitment to the missions of the College and the University through meaningful engagement in professional, institutional, and community service.
Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the Texas A&M College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Program prepares competent oral health professionals to provide evidence-based education and preventive and clinical therapeutic services that promote oral health and overall well-being.
The Dental Hygiene Program at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry is a baccalaureate degree-granting program and a recognized leader in dental hygiene education. More information can be found at Dental Hygiene | College of Dentistry .
Description
Texas A&M University College of Dentistry invites applications for a full- time Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) position with an 11-month academic appointment beginning June 1, 2027. Applicants will be considered for the faculty titles of Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor, depending on qualifications and appointment track.
The position will include an administrative appointment as Executive Director for the Dental Hygiene Program. The Program Director of the Texas A&M College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Program is a position considered at executive leadership level with the working title of Executive Director. The Executive Director responsibilities are equivalent to the responsibilities of a Department Head.
The administrative duties and responsibilities of this position include leadership and continuous improvement of the curriculum, oversight of all educational programs and learning experiences, and management of nonclinical, biomedical, and clinical education. The position is responsible for ensuring student success through matriculation, academic progression, graduation, and preparation for professional licensure. In addition, this position is responsible for providing administrative and operational leadership for the department, including the recruitment, development, mentorship, and evaluation of faculty and staff; stewardship of departmental resources and budget; oversight of assessment, accreditation, and continuous quality improvement efforts; and active engagement in college- and university-level governance, strategic planning, and institutional decision-making. In this administrative leadership role, the candidate will also participate at the executive level in advancing the strategic priorities, reputation, and growth of the Texas A&M College of Dentistry in alignment with the mission and vision of Texas A&M University.
As a member of the dental hygiene faculty, candidates will be expected to teach within the program; foster a culture of inquiry, scholarship, and creative activity; and support faculty endeavors consistent with the program's mission and goals. Additionally, candidates are required to participate in service activities should demonstrate a commitment to the missions of the College and the University through meaningful engagement in professional, institutional, and community service.
Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the Texas A&M College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Program prepares competent oral health professionals to provide evidence-based education and preventive and clinical therapeutic services that promote oral health and overall well-being.
The Dental Hygiene Program at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry is a baccalaureate degree-granting program and a recognized leader in dental hygiene education. More information can be found at Dental Hygiene | College of Dentistry .
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dental director jobs.
- Active D.D.S. or D.M.D. license in the state of employment
- Five or more years of clinical dental experience, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities
- Experience with dental utilization management and clinical quality metrics
- Familiarity with dental practice management software and electronic health record systems
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance, credentialing processes, and dental regulatory standards
- Board certification or eligibility in a dental specialty for specialty-focused director roles
Tips for Your Dental Director Job Search
Tailor your resume for clinical leadership
Dental directors are hired to lead providers, not just practice dentistry. Reframe your resume around measurable outcomes like provider productivity improvements, credentialing initiatives, or quality metric gains rather than clinical caseload volume.
Highlight your licensure and board credentials
Most dental director roles require an active D.D.S. or D.M.D. license, often in the state where the role is based. Confirm your license is current and prominently listed, because hiring teams screen for it before reviewing anything else.
Target organizations by care delivery model
Dental director roles differ significantly between DSOs, FQHCs, and insurance payers. If you want clinical autonomy, target FQHCs and independent group practices. If you prefer policy and utilization work, payer-side roles at managed care organizations are a stronger fit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists dental director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a population health interview angle
Interviewers at health systems and FQHCs often ask how you approach preventive care metrics and access disparities. Come ready with specific examples of programs you designed or supported that moved patient outcomes at a population level, not just individual chair time.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
Dental director titles vary widely in authority. Before accepting any offer, clarify whether you control hiring and credentialing decisions, set clinical protocols, or only advise on them. Your ability to execute depends on that scope being written into the role description.
Dental Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most dental directors?
The companies hiring the most dental directors right now include Pima Medical Institute, Concorde Career Colleges, and Ivy Tech Community College, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Dental support organizations and federally qualified health centers tend to post the highest volume of these roles.
How many dental director jobs are remote?
About 13% of dental director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions concentrated in utilization management, clinical policy development, and payer-side roles rather than hands-on clinical leadership positions that require on-site provider oversight.
How do you become a dental director?
You become a dental director by first completing a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree and obtaining licensure, then building clinical experience in a practice setting. From there, you move into supervisory roles such as lead dentist or regional clinical lead, develop competency in quality assurance and provider management, and pursue roles with increasing administrative scope until you are qualified to apply for director-level positions.
Can I get a dental director job without prior director experience?
Yes, some dental director roles are accessible to candidates without prior director titles if you have strong clinical credentials and demonstrated leadership in a supervisory capacity. FQHCs and growing dental support organizations often promote experienced lead dentists into director roles. Emphasize any work you have done on clinical protocols, provider training, or quality improvement initiatives to close the experience gap on your application.
What does the dental director interview process look like?
The dental director interview process typically begins with a phone or video screen conducted by HR or a talent team, followed by a panel interview with clinical and operational leadership. Candidates are often asked to present a case study or respond to a scenario involving provider performance or clinical quality. A final round with executive leadership or a board representative is common at health systems and larger organizations.
Where can I find and apply to dental director jobs?
You can find and apply to dental director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and location preference, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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