Dentist

State of Wisconsin; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 257,343,000 - 348,319,000; Full time

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Job summary

State of Wisconsin is seeking a Dentist at correctional facilities to provide comprehensive dental care for Persons in our Care. The role includes diagnosing, treating, and preventing dental diseases, performing procedures from exams to oral surgery, and guiding dental health education.

The position requires Wisconsin licensure in Dentistry or eligibility for licensure by time of appointment. The role reports to the Dental Director and supports infection control and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Applicants must possess current Wisconsin licensure in Dentistry or be licensed in another state and be eligible to obtain Wisconsin licensure by time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide general dentistry and all matters requiring professional judgment, monitor dental disease, restore and maintain dental function, and promote oral health for Persons in our Care.
• Examine and evaluate oral condition upon admission and periodically; perform diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontic, endodontic, prosthodontic, adjunctive and emergency procedures and oral surgery; refer complex cases to community specialists.

Job description

Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

Current Vacancies

• (0.8 FTE) Jackson Correctional Institution in Black River Falls, WI.
• (0.8 FTE) Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution in Plymouth, WI.
• (0.8 FTE) Oakhill Correction Institution in Oregon, WI.
• (1.0 FTE) Oshkosh Correctional Institution in Oshkosh, WI.
• (1.0 FTE) Stanley Correctional Institution in Stanley, WI.
• (1.0 FTE) Waupun Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI
• (0.6 FTE) Drug Abuse Correctional Center in Winnebago, WI.
• (1.0 FTE) Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the practice of general dentistry and all matters requiring professional judgment; monitoring dental disease, restoring and maintaining dental function, and assisting in the maintenance of good dental health and well-being of Persons in our Care.

Duties include the examination and evaluation of the oral condition of all Persons in our Care. upon admission and at periodic intervals; performance of diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontic, endodontic, prosthodontics, adjunctive and emergency, and oral surgery; referral of specialized orthodontic and complex treatment to community specialists; direction of the clinical activities of ancillary dental personnel; assistance in completion and submission of monthly and annual dental activity reports; provision of dental health education on an individual and group basis; provision of care and maintenance of dental equipment, direction of infection control procedures and elimination of biohazards within the dental operatory.

This position aids the Dental Director in other related dental duties when not providing direct dental care.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 10-50 with a starting pay of $89.81 – $121.56/hour. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Benefits

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

Location and Shift

• Jackson Correctional Institution Shift: Monday-Thursday, 7:00am-3:30pm.
• Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution shift: Monday- Thursday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Oshkosh Correctional Institution shift: Monday- Friday 6:00am-2:30pm
• Stanley Correctional Institution shift: Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Oakhill Correctional Institution shift: Monday- Thursday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Waupun Correctional Institution shift: Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility in Racine, WI 7:00am- 3:30pm
• Drug Abuse Correctional Center in Winnebago, WI 6:00am-2:30pm

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Applicants must possess current Wisconsin licensure in Dentistry or be licensed in another state and be eligible to obtain Wisconsin licensure by time of appointment.

Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist- Senior, at [e-mail].

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