Managing Pediatric Dentist

SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

Join SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)- a distinguished non-profit health consortium dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of beautiful Southeast Alaska. We are seeking a full‑time Managing Pediatric Dentist to join our established and collegial team at our Children’s Dental Clinic. Outfitted with the latest pediatric dental technology, the clinic is designed to provide high‑quality, comprehensive oral healthcare in a supportive and child‑friendly environment. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside and lead experienced dental professionals who are passionate about serving the unique needs of children and families in Southeast Alaska.

Why Choose SEARHC?

• The new three-story dental clinic is scheduled to begin serving the Juneau community in February 2027. The facility will offer Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and General Dentistry services, along with visiting specialists.

• As one of the largest Native-run healthcare organizations in the United States, SEARHC is committed to providing quality healthcare that honors the traditions of Alaska Native people and American Indians, while ensuring that advanced medical technologies are made accessible to all.

• The new $300 million Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center opened in Sitka, April 2026 and in 2021 we opened the $30 million Wrangell Medical Center, located in Wrangell. With plans to build a third critical-access hospital in Haines. In addition to the dozens of established outpatient clinics and traveling clinics throughout the region.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation salary: $320,000 -$360,000 based on years of experience, including a $25,000 leadership stipend.

• Financial incentives: $35,000 Sign-On Bonus and $25,000 relocation assistance with three-year commitment.

• Educational Loan Reimbursement Programs: IHS, and NHSC.

• Professional development: $6000 in pre-tax annual continuing education allowance.

• Healthcare benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage. Life insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Wellness, Supplemental Insurances, Identity & Fraud Protection, Legal Insurance, and Pet Insurance.

• Retirement planning: 401k plan, SEARHC will match up to the first 5% of pay you save beginning on the date of hire. Additional Roth and 457b plans.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance:

• Clinic Schedule: Full-time: Four-day work week with no call responsibilities.

• Traveling Clinic: Six to Eight times annually, this role also offers the unique chance to participate in outreach clinics throughout Southeast Alaska, delivering essential dental services to rural and underserved communities while making a meaningful impact on the oral health of Alaska Native and Southeast Alaska populations.

• Generous Time Off: 264 hours of PTO annually and 80 additional hours for continuing education.

Practice Details:

• New, modern clinic facility: Featuring nine chairs with private, closed operatories, and plumbed nitrous oxide. The space is designed with kid-friendly murals and artwork, and there are plans to support each dentist with two dental assistants in the near future.

• Patient Volume: 16-24 pediatric patients per day in clinic. All clinic operatories have up-to-date A-Dec equipment, digital radiography, and electronic health records. Including Dentrix Enterprise Software and Dexis Radiography.

• Procedure opportunities: Full spectrum of treatment options, from minimally invasive dentistry to traditional restorative dentistry, and full mouth dental rehab cases in the OR.  

Managing Dentist Responsibilities:

• Provides overall clinical leadership for the Pediatric Dental Program in close partnership with the Medical Director of Dental Services. Serves as the senior clinical authority for pediatric dentistry across SEARHC, including the Children’s Dental Clinic in Juneau and the consortium-wide field program that delivers intermittent specialty services to communities. Functions as the clinical deputy to the Medical Director for all matters involving pediatric dentistry, including policy development, scope-of-practice review, clinical standards, and specialty protocols.

• Leads the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of pediatric dental services, including direct and contracted resources. For the Pediatric Dental Department, provides clinical supervision and oversight for pediatric dentists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants, ensuring effective assessment, training, onboarding, evaluation, and calibration of clinical team members. Engages staff by planning, assigning, directing, and evaluating work and by supporting pediatric quality, safety, CAMBRA, and specialty program standards division-wide.

•  Collaborates closely with the System Director of Dental Operations and operational partners to support day-to-day clinical flow and clinic operations of the pediatric practice, offering guidance and direction to staff and maintaining high-quality pediatric patient care systems. Provides direct patient care, including field travel, and supports continuity of pediatric specialty services through coordination with internal and external partners.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of work experience as a dentist and/or dental specialist.

• 2+ years of management experience preferred.

• 2+ years of work within tribal practice preferred.

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited program.

• Board Certification or Board Eligible for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

• Active Dental Practice license in state of Alaska or another US state.

• BLS required.

What Our Dentists Say:

“At SEARHC, we are building a dental program that prioritizes access, quality, and respect for every patient we serve. Our team is committed to bringing advanced clinical care via modern, reliable systems to communities across Southeast Alaska. We also place a strong emphasis on coordinated, multidisciplinary care, working as a unified team across services to optimize patient outcomes. By investing in our team, supporting clinical excellence, and strengthening our infrastructure, we continue to expand what we can offer our patients and the communities that depend on us.”

-Dane Lenaker, DMD, MS, MPH – Medical Director of Dental Services

Experiencing Juneau, Alaska:

• Stunning natural beauty with mountains, ocean, and glaciers right outside your door. With unmatched outdoor recreation year‑round: hiking, kayaking, fishing, skiing, and wildlife viewing. Offering a vibrant local culture featuring arts, music, festivals, and a rich Indigenous heritage.

• Strong sense of community with a small‑town feel and a safe, supportive, family‑friendly environment with a mild coastal climate compared to much of Alaska, with temperate summers and winters.

• Enjoy the financial benefits of living in Alaska, with no state income tax.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job—it’s the opportunity to build a fulfilling and rewarding career and to learn more please reach out to Provider Recruiter, Lyndse Clark: [email protected] or (907)463-7531.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

Knowledge of

• In-depth knowledge in a health care administration setting including staffing and clinic organization, scheduling, and patient flow.

• Should have a working knowledge of the revenue cycle, facilities management, and other infrastructure areas impacting the clinic.

• Knowledge of applicable certification and accreditation processes.

• Knowledge of liability and risk management principles.

• Working knowledge of proper infection control techniques

Skills in

• Clinical dental skills

• Accurate clinical judgment

• Administrative, supervisory, and organizational skills.

• Interpersonal skills including cross-cultural sensitivity.

• Oral and written communication ability

• Friendly communication skills during stressful situations and ability to maintain composure

• Exceptional customer service skills

• Leadership and mentorship skills

Ability to

• Ability to manage clinic operations

• Ability to direct dental clinic staff

• Ability to mediate and resolve conflict.

• Ability to provide leadership and foster collaboration.

• Ability to recruit and retain qualified staff.

• Computer application skills

• Ability to organize, prioritize tasks, and complete projects

• Ability to use judgment and make decisions in an independent manner

Required Certifications:

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!