Area Dental Director
Company: Sutton Dental & Braces - a Benevis company
Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: February 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview: Job Summary: T his position is responsible for the
assimilation and smooth operation of productive dental teams across
multiple sites. In conjunction with the Chief Dental Officer, VP of
Clinical Performance, Chief Field Operations, Regional Dental
Directors, and District Managers, this position is responsible for
coaching/mentoring all doctors, the management and supervision of
personnel, client/patient relations and satisfaction, and serving
as a role model for office teams. Physical Requirements: The nature
of work requires the ability to: Candidates who are, or willing to
live within the region will be given preference. Travel within the
district is required. We value teamwork, mutual respect, and
cooperation. We do not practice unlawful discrimination, including
harassment, or tolerate it in our workplace. What do we mean by
discrimination? We mean that we do not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age,
citizenship, disability, sexual orientation or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Responsibilities: Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities:
Ensure adherence to all government and state dental board rules
regulations, including CMS, HIPPA and OSHA regulations. Follow-up
on all compliance and office audits within the CPM Audit Process
with Chief Dental Officer. Develop, coach, train, and mentor
doctors to reach performance potential, particularly for new
doctors during their onboarding and ramp up period. Responsible for
doctor engagement, retention, and those at risk due to performance,
dissatisfaction, or seeking exit. In chair days verse
administration/mentoring days will be determined by the Regional
Dental Director based on number of offices (doctors) and district.
Ensure doctors follow diagnostic and preventative ADA and AAPD
Guidelines, Caries Risk Assessment (CRA), number of radiographs
(ALERA principle), and sealants. Work closely with offices to
ensure programs are effectively managed, staff is fully trained,
SMART plans are developed and executed, and that customer service
standards are met. Ensure doctors provide positive memorable
experiences for patients and parents. Ensure doctors identify and
refer patients for specialty services, as appropriate. Partner with
Ortho, Oral Surgery, Endodontics, and General Anesthesia doctors
and programs. Respond to and resolve clinical patient concerns
within 24 hours at DM request. Ensure doctors are answering and
responding to after-hours calls. Partner with Talent Acquisition in
selection and on-boarding processes. Non-Essential Functions and
Responsibilities: Participate in community events to include dental
school meetings, board member meetings, dental associations and
other opportunities to represent the Company in the dental and
local communities. Ensure weekly doctor scheduling is properly
managed with the DM to meet patient demand, including appropriate
PTO management. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
Qualifications: Education/Experience: It is not required, but the
preferred candidate will have 5 years of management experience
preferably with a multi-site dental practice of dentists and staff.
DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the
Commission on Dental Accreditation. Must have a current, valid
license to practice dentistry in the states where providing patient
care (License must be in good standing) or be willing and able to
obtain licensure. Other certifications as required - CPR, DEA, etc.
Compassion and a strong desire to provide dental care to both
children and adults.
Keywords: Sutton Dental & Braces - a Benevis company, Mount Vernon , Area Dental Director, Healthcare , Bridgeport, New York
