Dental Manager

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for healthcare, team development, and collaboration? Chestnut Family Dental, a part of Chestnut Family Health Center, is seeking a dedicated Dental Manager to oversee the daily operations of our dental office. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven, integrated health organization committed to delivering high-quality dental care to our community. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in healthcare management, we want to hear from you!

Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

**Please note to be considered for a position you must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions. 

As the Dental Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our dental clinic. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing daily clinic operations including patient registration, scheduling, financial intake, and inventory control.
• Supervising and supporting dental hygienists, assistants, receptionists, and interns.
• Recruiting, hiring, and evaluating staff performance.
• Participating in management and quality improvement meetings.
• Coordinating provider credentialing and registration with Medicaid, Medicare, and other payers.
• Managing training and use of dental software systems (e.g., Medi, DrFirst, eClinicalWorks).
• Addressing patient concerns and ensuring a high standard of customer service.
• Acting as a liaison for operational functions such as Facilities, IT, Payroll, Marketing, and Accounts Receivable.
• Promoting a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or a related field with at least 2 years of administrative experience in a dental or healthcare setting. OR

A high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 3 years of dental management experience.  Licensed hygienist preferred but not required.

• Strong knowledge of dental office procedures and software (including Microsoft Office).
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and staff independently.
• Discretion in handling confidential information and compliance with HIPAA regulations. 

Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!

EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $60,000 - $68,500 annual salary. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.

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