How to hire a dental service chief

How to hire a dental service chief, step by step

Here's a step-by-step dental service chief hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a dental service chief job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new dental service chief
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a dental service chief, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a dental service chief to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a dental service chief that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of dental service chiefs.

   Type of Dental Service Chief	Description	Hourly rate
   Dental Service Chief	Dentists diagnose and treat problems with patients’ teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. They provide advice and instruction on taking care of the teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health.	$22-108
   Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeon	An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a physician trained in diagnosing and treating diseases, defects, and injuries occurring in the soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region - face, head, jaws, and neck. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons also handle teeth extractions and dental surgery or operate on cysts and tumors... Show more	$102-413
   Oral Surgeon	Oral Surgeons consult with patients and analyze patient information to determine the patient's requirements and treatment objectives. They plan treatments by partnering with other professionals like orthodontists and restorative dentists... Show more	$102-411

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Dental Hygiene
   • Oral Hygiene
   • Dental Care
   • Dental Treatment

   Responsibilities:

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   • Lead an interdisciplinary team in developing the trademarked CTM, a non-pharmacological intervention program for individuals with chronic dementia.
   • Wash and sterilize equipment using germicides and sterilizers.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your dental service chief job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A dental service chief can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, dental service chiefs' average salary in kansas is 50% less than in connecticut.
   • Seniority. Entry-level dental service chiefs 79% less than senior-level dental service chiefs.
   • Certifications. A dental service chief with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a dental service chief's salary.

   Average dental service chief salary

   $103,460yearly

   $49.74 hourly rate

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   Entry-level dental service chief salary

   $47,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

4. Writing a dental service chief job description

   A dental service chief job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a dental service chief job description:

   Dental service chief job description example

   MCR Health is seeking a Chief of Dentistry to lead the dental department within the organization. Currently, MCR Health has 2 dental locations along with a mobile unit operating in Manatee County.

   Headquartered in Bradenton, Florida with offices in Manatee, Sarasota, Hardee and DeSoto counties where you can soak up the sun and smile year-round. Known as the "Sunshine State", we have warm weather, no state income tax, sandy beaches, year-round golf, boating, fishing, theme parks/attractions and excellent healthcare.

   The Chief of Dentistry is responsible for the day to day management and function of all the dental activities of the company which can also include training and evaluation of the dental staff. The Chief of Dentistry is responsible for the smooth and effective operation of the dental department and for the management and supervision of personnel, client / patient relations and satisfaction, and serving as a role model and providing leadership to the company's dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants. The Chief of Dentistry ensures that quality, compassionate, comprehensive dental care is provided to patients with an emphasis on dental health education and preventive care.

   The ideal candidate is a DDS or DMD. 10+ years of experience is preferred with supervision and office management required. Florida licensure is required. Bilingual is a plus. We offer competitive salary, malpractice insurance, medical/dental/life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, CME reimbursement, and other excellent benefits. MCR is a participating member of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment program.

   • Current Florida License DDS or DMD
   • Current DEA Certificate
   • Member of National Practitioner Data Bank Query
   • Excellent active listening and interpersonal skills

   
   

   **MCR Health is a drug free workplace. All job applicants selected for employment are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and background check.

   **For the safety of our employees and patients, all new employees are required to be COVID-19 vaccinated and will be required to provide proof of vaccination prior to your potential hire date.

   
   
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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right dental service chief for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

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   • Post your dental service chief job on Zippia to find and recruit dental service chief candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with dental service chief candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new dental service chief

   Once you've selected the best dental service chief candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new dental service chief. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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