Dentist

Our client is seeking a licensed and experienced Dentist to deliver comprehensive dental care within a correctional facility. This role focuses on providing routine and emergency dental services, overseeing the dental program, and maintaining compliance with clinical and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of dental care services, including exams, x-rays, cleanings, extractions, fillings, dentures, and root canals (anterior and premolars).
• Diagnose oral conditions and develop individualized treatment plans for inmates/residents.
• Manage and oversee the facilitys dental program, ensuring quality of care and compliance with protocols.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention, and post-treatment care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential dental records, documentation, and billing logs.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate dental staff; collaborate with medical personnel for coordinated care.
• Monitor inventory and ensure proper handling of medications, dental instruments, and controlled substances.
• Maintain a clean, secure, and safe clinical environment following infection control protocols.
• Coordinate and evaluate contract dental services and external referrals when necessary.
• Participate in budget planning, cost analysis, and operational efficiency reviews.
• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and facility-specific policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety audits, emergency response efforts, and incident documentation.
• Communicate professionally with facility leadership, staff, patients, and external stakeholders.
• Support compliance with accreditation and licensure standards.
• Respond to legal inquiries or court proceedings as needed, with the support of corporate counsel.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Dental Surgery (DDS) or Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited dental school.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of professional dental experience preferred.
• Strong clinical, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to perform duties in a secure correctional environment and remain calm under pressure.
• Valid drivers license preferred (as required by facility or contract).
• Familiarity with correctional protocols and standards is strongly preferred.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a mission-driven dental professional to make a meaningful impact while providing essential care to underserved populations.

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Fee - 16%, Guarantee - 90 days