Correctional Dentist - Garza Unit

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Beeville (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Correctional Dentist for the Garza Unit in Beeville, Texas. This role involves delivering direct dental care to the offender population, ensuring compliance with health policies, and working under the supervision of the Cluster Dental Director. Candidates must be licensed in Texas and have relevant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Two years minimum general clinical practice preferred.
• Licensed to practice dentistry in Texas.
• Current DEA registration and BLS-HP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general direct dental care for the offender population.
• Contribute to the success of the UTMB Correctional Managed Care operation.
• Adhere to internal controls and reporting structure.

Skills

Direct dental care

Independent judgement

Patient care

Education

Licensed to practice dentistry in Texas

Current DEA registration

Current BLS-HP certification

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The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs responsible general direct dental care services for the offender population of a correctional facility, in conformance with University procedures and Health Services policies. Works under supervision of the Cluster Dental Director with latitude for the exercise of independent judgement. May be required to provide dental services on multiple facilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Contributes to the success of the UTMB Correctional Managed Care operation.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.
  
  

EQUIPMENT:

Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Texas.
• Current registration of license to practice dentistry in the state of Texas.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) controlled substance registration certificate.
• Current BLS-HP.
  
  

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years minimum general clinical practice preferred.
  
  

Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Beeville

Work Locations

Garza East Facility

Job

Patient Care

Organization

UTMB Health

Regular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

May 14, 2025, 4:07:02 PM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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