Clinical Director

Chestnut Dental Associate

$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7+ years of leadership experience in dental or healthcare operations
  • Strong understanding of clinical workflows, compliance, and best practices
  • Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional clinical teams
  • Experience in multi-specialty dental environments (highly preferred)
  • Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented, and approachable leadership style

Responsibilities

  • Drive day-to-day performance across all specialties
  • Manage and mentor hygienists, assistants, and clinical support staff
  • Work closely with dentists and specialists to improve workflows
  • Ensure adherence to OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, and infection control standards
  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes and implement new technologies
  • Monitor KPIs to support continuous improvement
  • Contribute to budgeting and cost management initiatives

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k
  • Mileage reimbursement for travel between practices
Full Job Description
Clinical Manager

Needham, MA | Exempt | Reports to COO

Lead. Optimize. Elevate Patient Care.

We're seeking a dynamic Clinical Manager to lead operations across a thriving, multi-specialty dental practice serving adult, pediatric, orthodontic, and perioperative patients. This is a high-impact leadership role for a strategic, hands-on professional who thrives in fast-paced healthcare environments and is passionate about team development and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

  • Lead Clinical Operations: Drive day-to-day performance across all specialties, ensuring smooth patient flow, efficient scheduling, and optimal chair utilization
  • Inspire & Develop Teams: Manage and mentor hygienists, assistants, and clinical support staff, fostering accountability, collaboration, and growth
  • Partner with Providers: Work closely with dentists and specialists to improve workflows, enhance productivity, and elevate the patient experience
  • Champion Compliance: Ensure adherence to OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, and infection control standards while maintaining audit readiness
  • Drive Improvements: Identify opportunities to streamline processes, implement new technologies, and standardize workflows
  • Own Performance Metrics: Monitor KPIs, staffing efficiency, and operational outcomes to support continuous improvement
  • Support Business Operations: Contribute to budgeting, workforce planning, and cost management initiatives


What You Bring

  • 5-7+ years of leadership experience in dental or healthcare operations
  • Strong understanding of clinical workflows, compliance, and best practices
  • Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional clinical teams
  • Experience in multi-specialty dental environments (highly preferred)
  • Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • A proactive, solutions-oriented and approachable leadership style


*Must have reliable transportation. Occasional travel to Franklin and Bedford for practices (mileage reimbursement may apply).

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401k...and more.

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