Meetings & Events Manager

DOCS Sedation is a prominent national organization dedicated to scaling its education programs, primarily focusing on sedation courses designed for dental and medical professionals. Known for its commitment to improving clinical outcomes and patient safety, DOCS Sedation delivers live courses across the United States that adhere strictly to regulatory standards such as AGD PACE. The company emphasizes operational excellence and quality in every aspect of its program delivery, ensuring participants receive the highest level of education and training. By investing in consistent and comprehensive event management, DOCS Sedation supports healthcare providers in enhancing their sedation techniques, ultimately benefiting patient care on a broad scale.

The Meetings & Events Manager role at DOCS Sedation is a dynamic and integral position that plays a critical part in the successful delivery of national and regional sedation courses. This full-time role is responsible for the end-to-end management of live educational events, including logistical planning, coordination with faculty, compliance with continuing education (CE) requirements, vendor relations, and on-site event execution. The manager works closely with multiple teams such as Marketing, Finance, Content, and Customer Support, acting as the central operational hub to ensure all aspects of the programs are aligned and running smoothly.

The role demands someone who thrives in fast-paced, detail-intensive environments and is highly skilled in managing complex programs with precision. The Meetings & Events Manager leads the entire logistics spectrum, from securing venues and managing room blocks, to coordinating audiovisual needs, catering, signage, registration processes, and dissemination of course materials. Beyond logistics, the manager also maintains strong collaborative relationships with DOCS faculty, coordinating their travel and accommodations while supporting their communication and on-site needs to create a seamless educational experience.

A critical component of the role involves ensuring all courses meet stringent CE and regulatory standards, managing documentation, evaluations, and certificates to maintain compliance and reporting accuracy. The Meetings & Events Manager also drives continuous improvement through the creation and implementation of standardized operating procedures (SOPs), checklists, and workflows, enabling scalability of the programs and enhancing operational consistency. Performance metrics and attendee feedback are tracked diligently to identify opportunities for enhancement.

This is more than just event management; it is a strategic role that ties all moving parts together, balancing operational rigor with flexibility and problem-solving agility. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong vendor negotiation skills, fiscal responsibility in managing budgets and contracts, and a proactive approach to anticipating the needs of faculty, attendees, and internal stakeholders. Regular travel within the United States is a requirement, reflecting the national scope of DOCS Sedation's courses.

Choosing a career with DOCS Sedation means joining a team that values meaningful work with measurable impact. The role offers the chance to contribute to programs that genuinely improve patient safety and clinical outcomes while providing an environment where operational excellence is paramount. The Meetings & Events Manager will have ownership over a critical function that supports the growth and success of the organization’s education initiatives, with the autonomy to build scalable systems and processes that enhance overall efficiency and consistency.