Dental Clinic Director
Central State Hospital – Milledgeville, Georgia

About Us
Central State Hospital (CSH) is home to Georgia’s maximum secure forensic hospital, located in the Payton B. Cook Building in historic Milledgeville. In addition to providing inpatient psychiatric treatment for individuals referred through the criminal justice system, CSH also operates a fully equipped Dental Clinic within the Cook Building as well as a free-standing community Dental Clinic that serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dental Clinic Director to oversee and lead both clinics, ensuring the highest standards of dental care for patients and the community.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to provide meaningful dental care for underserved populations.
• Lead two established clinics with a strong team of support staff.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary hospital setting.
• Enjoy state employment benefits including retirement, insurance, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities
As the Dental Clinic Director, you will:

• Organize, direct, and coordinate dental services across both clinics.
• Provide direct patient care, including diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and management of dental and oral health conditions.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide a team of dental staff and support personnel.
• Design, fit, and oversee the creation of dental prosthetics, appliances, and restorative treatments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and treatment options.
• Develop treatment plans and manage complex dental conditions.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to align clinic operations with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or professional degree in dentistry (DMD or DDS) from an accredited program.
• Minimum of three years of clinical dental experience.
• Current Georgia license to practice dentistry.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to serving diverse and special needs populations.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience working in hospital, forensic, or public health settings.
• Supervisory or leadership background in a dental practice or clinic.
• Familiarity with treatment of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Employment Benefits
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) offers a competitive compensation and benefits package through the Total Rewards Program, which includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Retirement and savings plan options.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Work/life balance initiatives and employee support resources.

For full benefits details, visit Team Georgia Careers – Employee Benefits.

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment background check (criminal records, driver’s history, work history).
• Federal background investigation post-hire.
• Pre-employment drug test and participation in State Random Drug Testing Program.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Equal Opportunity Employer
DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued.

This position may close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.