Practice Director
Smile Doctors
Knoxville, TN · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
Looking for a career that makes you smile?
Smile Doctors is seeking a C linic Manager to join our growing team.
The Clinic Manager oversees clinic operations with support from the Doctor, including people management, driving growth, profitability and patient experience. They are responsible for achieving all profit and loss goals. Practice Directors participate in marketing activities to improve local brand reputation.
How you’ll make us better:
Partner with the Doctor to create a positive clinical culture, ensuring team behaviors reflect both clinical excellence and high patient care standards
Lead by example with professionalism, integrity, and a positive demeanor, ensuring the office culture reflects company values
Ensures clinic team is trained on and adopts new tools, protocols and initiatives
Understand and monitor Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to achieve monthly goals
Building relationships within the local dental community and participates in local marketing efforts
Manage controllable costs including but not limited to labor hours and supplies
Serve as a liaison between the Doctor and the team regarding team member work assignments and schedules, clinical priorities, and job performance
Handle patient escalations to resolve in a mutually beneficial way
Covers roles in the clinic when business demands
Follow established protocols to ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPPA and State Dental Board regulations
Your special skills:
We’re proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness. If you’ve got the following, you’ll fit right in:
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidential information
Immediate proficiency with software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Prerequisites for success:
Internal Candidates: 2 years of clinic experience within Smile Doctors or affiliated practice clinic
High school diploma required
External Candidates: 2 years of supervisory experience required
Orthodontic or dental experience preferred
High school diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Strong coaching and conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance goals
Strong time management skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize work
The Perks:
In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:
Competitive salary plus Bonus Opportunity
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan
2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays
Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members
Why Smile Doctors
We exist to love people first, straighten teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment.
We offer every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles.
This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Apply today!