Dental Director

Location: Fourth Street Clinic – Salt Lake City, UT

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM

Make a Lasting Impact. Lead with Purpose.

Join Fourth Street Clinic as our next Dental Director and be part of a mission-driven team providing high-quality dental care to individuals experiencing homelessness and other underserved populations. We're looking for a clinically skilled and forward-thinking leader to oversee all aspects of our dental program—from direct patient care to program strategy and integration with medical and behavioral health services.

What You’ll Do:

•  Provide compassionate, comprehensive dental care including diagnostics, preventive and restorative services, prosthodontics, and oral surgery.

•  Supervise and mentor dental assistants, hygienists, students, and volunteers.

•  Ensure clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and safety standards across the dental program.

•  Lead quality improvement initiatives, staff development, and strategic planning.

•  Collaborate across departments and with external partners to ensure integrated, trauma-informed care.

What You’ll Bring:

•  DDS or DMD degree and valid Utah dental license.

•  DEA certification and current BLS certification.

•  At least 5 years of clinical experience (2+ years in a leadership role preferred).

•  Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

•  Experience serving vulnerable or underserved populations.

•  Dedication to equity, compassion, and team-based care.

Leadership Skills We Value:

•  Proactive and Solution-Oriented: Ability to anticipate challenges and implement effective strategies.

•  Team Development: Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and fostering professional growth in a collaborative environment.

•  Communication: Clear and compassionate communicator across all levels of the organization.

•  Strategic Thinking: Ability to align clinical operations with organizational goals.

•  Cultural Competency: Leads with empathy and respect for diverse backgrounds and life experiences.

•  Emotional Intelligence: Maintains professionalism and composure, even in high-stress or emotionally charged situations.

•  Commitment to Excellence: Champions a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and trauma-informed care.

Why Work With Us:

•  Be part of a committed and collaborative senior leadership team.

•  Influence strategic growth and integrated care models.

•  Work in a modern, supportive clinical environment with a four-day workweek.

•  Make a direct impact on people’s lives and your community.

About Fourth Street Clinic:

Fourth Street Clinic helps Utahns experiencing homelessness improve their health and quality of life by providing high-quality, integrated healthcare. Our team is passionate, collaborative, and deeply committed to health equity and human dignity.

Ready to lead with purpose?

Apply today and help us shape the future of dental care for Utah’s most vulnerable.