Accounts Receivable, Behavioral Health, Clinical Support, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Dental Hygiene, Dental Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, Inventory Management, Leadership, Marketing, Medicaid, Medical Office Administration, Medical Records, Medicare, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Planning, Organizational Skills, Patient Registration, Performance Reviews, Primary Care, Provider Credentialing, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Quality Management, Regulations, Staff Development, Team Player, Vision Plan
Overview
Are you a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and enjoys building high-performing teams?Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a Dental Manager to support the daily operations of our dental clinic while helping create an organized, welcoming, and patient-focused environment for both staff and patients.This leadership role is responsible for overseeing clinic operations, supporting staff development, improving workflows, and ensuring high-quality customer service across the dental program. The Dental Manager works closely with providers, leadership, and operational departments to support efficient clinic operations and a positive patient experience.If you are highly organized, solution-focused, collaborative, and passionate about healthcare leadership, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while supporting integrated care services within the community.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily clinic operations including patient registration, scheduling, financial intake, and inventory control
- Supervise and support dental hygienists, assistants, receptionists, and interns
- Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and evaluate staff performance
- Participate in management, operational, and quality improvement meetings
- Coordinate provider credentialing and registration with Medicaid, Medicare, and other payers
- Manage training and utilization of dental software systems including Medi, DrFirst, and eClinicalWorks
- Address patient concerns and promote a high standard of customer service
- Serve as liaison for operational functions including Facilities, IT, Payroll, Marketing, and Accounts Receivable
- Promote a culture of teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Support compliance with HIPAA, organizational policies, and regulatory standards
- Assist with operational planning, workflow improvements, and clinic efficiency initiatives
- Promote Chestnut Health Systems’ Recovery Values and customer service standards
- Maintain confidentiality of organizational, employee, and patient information
- Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational operations
Qualifications
This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Employee assistance program and wellness resources
Compensation
The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $60,000 to $76,960 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, education, internal equity, and local market conditions.
Chestnut Health Systems offers a competitive compensation package along with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Benefits
This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance• Life and disability insurance• Retirement savings plan with company match• Generous paid time off• Tuition reimbursement opportunities• Employee assistance program and wellness resources
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About Chestnut
Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral and primary health care services. For over four decades, Chestnut has grown to more than 700 committed employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment throughout Central and Southern Illinois.We are committed to delivering integrated, whole-person care while supporting innovation, collaboration, and community wellness.
Additional Information
To be considered, applicants must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions.Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.EOE – Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabled
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Chestnut Health Systems
Chestnut Health Systems is a non-profit organization that has cared since 1973 for persons needing behavioral health services. Chestnut provides substance use disorder treatment, mental health counseling, primary health care, credit counseling, and housing and supportive services.
Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, Chestnut employs more than 700 professionals at 25 facilities. Chestnut's staff is motivated by our corporate mission - Making a Difference: Improving Quality of Life Through Excellence in Service.