Deputy Director, Dental at Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation

A commitment that will enrich a culture. An opportunity that will touch your spirit.

Your commitment to healing is a gift that empowers you to touch the lives of our patients in a way that leaves a positive and lasting impact on an entire community. As a member of Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska, your skills and compassion are the keys to a world of opportunity; a chance to unlock a new adventure while ensuring the vitality of a people with a rich and storied culture. With over 50 rural communities who come to us for care, your spirit will be fulfilled by the promise of a new and exciting life healing the lives of the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Region. Join us and discover a world changed by your commitment to exceptional care. 

Position Summary:
The Deputy Director is primarily responsible for the day-to-day clinical operations and delivery of care in the dental clinic in Bethel. Provides clinical guidance to the staff dentists. Provides direct clinical services to patients. Coordinates administrative functions performed by the staff dentists, including peer review, village travel, provider orientation, externs, and residency programs. Maintains or coordinates first point-of-contact for new provider recruiting. Assures prescription drug and agent security. Assures clinic emergency preparedness. Assists the Dental Service Chief in planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the operations of the YKHC Dental Program in Bethel, sub-regional clinics, and surrounding villages.

Position Qualifications:

• DDS or DMD degree from a dental school accredited by the commission on Dental Accreditation of the ADA. Completion of a post-doctoral dental residency program preferred.

• One year clinical experience as a dentist. Direct supervisory experience in some capacity. Two years cross-cultural dental public health experience preferred, in Alaska is most relevant, ideally in the YK region.

• Current Alaska dental license, or from any state if a commissioned officer. Credentials as necessary for appointment to the Medical Staff of YKHC as a dentist.

• Dental equipment and instruments.

• General dentistry, and clinical administrative/supervisory knowledge and/or training.

• Supervise dental assistants chairside and in village clinics. Lead and supervise other staff dentists. Act as Dental Service Chief in his/her absence.

Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks

• Ten paid holidays

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account

• School loan repayment eligibility

• Tort Claims coverage

• Retirement plans

• Employee Wellness Center

YKHC applies Alaska Native/American Indian (under PL 93-638), EEO, and Veteran Preferences.  Under federal and state laws, YKHC performs criminal history and background checks to ensure customers are protected.

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For more information, please contact YKHC Recruitment at: ykhc_recruitment@ykhc.org

A commitment that will enrich a culture. An opportunity that will touch your spirit. Your commitment to healing is a gift that empowers you to touch the lives of our patients in a way that leaves a positive and lasting impact on an entire community. As a member of Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska, your skills and compassion are the keys to a world of opportunity; a chance to unlock a new adventure while ensuring the vitality of a people with a rich and storied culture. With over 50 rural communities who come to us for care, your spirit will be fulfilled by the promise of a new and exciting life healing the lives of the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Region. Join us and discover a world changed by your commitment to exceptional care.  Position Summary: The Deputy Director is primarily responsible for the day-to-day clinical operations and delivery of care in the dental clinic in Bethel. Provides clinical guidance to the staff dentists. Provides direct clinical services to patients. Coordinates administrative functions performed by the staff dentists, including peer review, village travel, provider orientation, externs, and residency programs. Maintains or coordinates first point-of-contact for new provider recruiting. Assures prescription drug and agent security. Assures clinic emergency preparedness. Assists the Dental Service Chief in planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the operations of the YKHC Dental Program in Bethel, sub-regional clinics, and surrounding villages. Position Qualifications: DDS or DMD degree from a dental school accredited by the commission on Dental Accreditation of the ADA. Completion of a post-doctoral dental residency program preferred. One year clinical experience as a dentist. Direct supervisory experience in some capacity. Two years cross-cultural dental public health experience preferred, in Alaska is most relevant, ideally in the YK region. Current Alaska dental license, or from any state if a commissioned officer. Credentials as necessary for appointment to the Medical Staff of YKHC as a dentist. Dental equipment and instruments. General dentistry, and clinical administrative/supervisory knowledge and/or training. Supervise dental assistants chairside and in village clinics. Lead and supervise other staff dentists. Act as Dental Service Chief in his/her absence. Benefits Include: Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks Ten paid holidays Comprehensive healthcare coverage Life and Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account School loan repayment eligibility Tort Claims coverage Retirement plans Employee Wellness Center YKHC applies Alaska Native/American Indian (under PL 93-638), EEO, and Veteran Preferences.  Under federal and state laws, YKHC performs criminal history and background checks to ensure customers are protected. Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health www.ykhc.org For more information, please contact YKHC Recruitment at: ykhc_recruitment@ykhc.org