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Clinical Lead Dentist – Full time 40 hours a week

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan is seeking a Clinical Lead Dentist to oversee our Dental Clinics North (DCN) team of dentists.  We have dentists in all of our nine clinics, and this position is responsible for providing leadership, clinical guidance, mentorship, and assistance to the dentists.  In addition, this position participates in recruitment of new dentists and helps drive the directions of the clinical practice. This position is expected to provide clinical services two days a week on average in the clinics.

Qualifications

This position requires a dental doctorate degree and valid dental license to practice in the State of Michigan.  Clinical experience is required, preferably with DCN or a safety net dental clinic.  A commitment to public health and strong verbal and communication skills are also required.

Travel

Regular travel to all of our clinics is required. Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License, maintain active auto insurance, be insurable through MMRMA guidelines, and demonstrate the ability and means to travel as needed and dictated by work responsibilities, but the schedule is flexible.

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, (3) fully completed HDNW application, and (4) copy of their professional license to careers@nwhealth.org by Monday, October 26, 2026.

HDNW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Dental Health Director – Full time 40 hours a week.  

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan is seeking a Dental Health Director to oversee our Dental Health division currently consisting of our nine Dental Clinics North (DCN) safety-net dental clinics throughout Northern Michigan.  This position reports directly to the Health Officer and is a member of the executive team, which includes the other division directors.

This person is expected to manage the activities of the Dental Health division, provide leadership and vision, assist with budget preparation and review, and lead the administrative portion of the dental practice.

Qualifications

This position requires a bachelor’s degree with more than five (5) years of expansive work experience.

The right candidate must have experience in managing a medical or dental clinic, strong leadership skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, conflict management, and forward-thinking, development and implementation skills. Ideally, the candidate will have experience with DCN or another sizeable dental clinic.

Travel

Regular travel to all of our clinics is required.  Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License, maintain active auto insurance, be insurable through MMRMA guidelines, and demonstrate the ability and means to travel as needed and dictated by work responsibilities.

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, (3) fully completed HDNW application, and (4) copy of their professional license to careers@nwhealth.org by Friday, October 23, 2026.

HDNW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Clinical Operations Supervisor – Full time position 40 hours a week

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan is seeking a full-time Clinical Operations Supervisor for Dental Clinics North (DCN).  This person will oversee the hygienists and dental assistants, in all of our nine dental clinics throughout Northern Michigan.  The clinical operations supervisor supports clinic hygiene operations, aligns clinical hygiene practices with regulatory requirements, and improves patient outcomes, satisfaction, and safety.  This person will provide leadership to the team, oversight of dental hygiene and dental assisting clinical standards, mentorship, compliance/safety coordination, and more.

Qualifications

This candidate should demonstrate strong clinical oversight and quality improvement leadership skills.  This position requires a bachelor’s degree plus advanced training of one to two years, and more than 5 years of experience.  A master’s degree is preferred.

Required licenses and certifications needed upon hire include –

• Dental Hygiene license
• CPR
• Certification in Dental Infection Prevention and Control (CDIPC)

It is preferred for the employee to have an Oral Systemic Educator Certificate (CH-OSE) upon hire.

Travel

Regular travel to all of our clinics is required.  Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License, maintain active auto insurance, be insurable through MMRMA guidelines, and demonstrate the ability and means to travel as needed and dictated by work responsibilities.

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, (3) fully completed HDNW application, and (4) copy of their professional license to careers@nwhealth.org by Friday, October 23, 2026.

HDNW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Health Department of Northwest Michigan has a full time, land use Environmental Health Sanitarian position available in Gaylord / Otsego County.

The Land Use Sanitarian is the primary contact for Environmental Health Services programs in Otsego County, and also provides support for services in Antrim, Charlevoix, and Emmet counties, acts as a professional representative of the Health Department of Northwest Michigan, and is responsible for the execution of general environmental health programs, such as, but not limited to -

• the on-site sewage and water supply programs
• nuisance complaints
• mobile home parks
• campgrounds
• swimming pools
• DHHS and other licensed facility inspections
• regulation enforcement and compliance associated with these programs
• involvement in Public Health Emergency Preparedness exercises

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, science, engineering, or related field is required, with Michigan or Nationally Registered applicants highly desired. One to three years of environmental health inspection and compliance activities is preferred, although no specific prior experience is required. Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator’s license and current automobile insurance is necessary.

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan offers a competitive wage, (minimum annual wage of $66,185.60 with further consideration for national or Michigan registered applicants,) an excellent benefit package, and generous paid time off.

Qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) HDNW job application to careers@nwhealth.org.

All three items are required for consideration. Incomplete application materials will not be considered.

This position will remain open until filled.

Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Working in collaboration with team members from all divisions and community partners, the Oral Health Administrative Lead provides support to the oral health program to achieve program objectives. Works with schools and community partners to schedule oral health clinics, provide program intake, organize and compile data for grant requirements and reporting, and prepares clinical billing. Demonstrates superior customer service, knowledge of multiple programs and community resources, excellence in accurate data collection, is flexible and has the ability to problem solve and work well with others.

This position requires a high school diploma and knowledge normally acquired from specialized trainings such as acquired in approximately one year of college, technical, vocational, trade, or business school with 1 to 3 years of expansive work experience.

Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License and demonstrate the ability and means to travel as needed and dictated by work responsibilities is required.

Interested and qualified applicants should -submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, (3) fully completed HDNW job application to careers@nwhealth.org

***All three items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***

This position will remain open until filled. Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This challenging and rewarding position works with children, adolescents, and families to provide health assessment, care coordination, treatment, education, and support within the school setting at Petoskey Public Schools (Lincoln and Central Elementary.) This unique role collaborates closely with school staff, families, and community partners to address the physical health needs of students, promote student wellness, support attendance, and provide evidence-based health education in a safe and supportive learning environment.

This position will require an individual with excellent organizational and critical thinking skills to meet program requirements and deadlines.

Nursing experience in pediatrics or community health nursing is preferred but not required. Applicants must hold a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. A BSN degree is preferred. A valid driver's license and automobile insurance are also required.

We offer day schedules (occasional evenings) during the school year, with no weekends or holidays, and minimal days worked during the summer, competitive wages, generous time off, and an excellent benefit plan. If you are interested in nursing that focuses on education and making a difference in the lives of families, we want to talk with you.

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) fully completed application to careers@nwhealth.org.

***All three items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***

This position will remain open until filled. Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As a public health nurse, some of your duties will include care for minor injury or illness, health education, and coordination and support for chronic illness. This challenging and rewarding position works with students, families, and school staff at Central Lake High School, as a trusted health advocate. This unique position will work in collaboration with a mental health professional creating a team approach to addressing physical and mental health needs within the school setting.

This position will require an outgoing individual with organizational skills to meet program requirements and deadlines. Nursing experience in pediatrics or community health nursing is preferred but not required. Applicants must hold a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. A BSN degree is preferred. A valid driver's license and automobile insurance are also required.

We offer day schedules (occasional evenings) during the school year, with no weekends or holidays, and minimal days worked during the summer, competitive wages, generous time off, and an excellent benefit plan. If you are interested in nursing that focuses on education and making a difference in the lives of families, we want to talk with you.

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) fully completed application to careers@nwhealth.org.

***All three items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***

This position will remain open until filled. Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.