Dentist

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry; Canton (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in correctional health care is seeking a dedicated Dentist to join their team. This role offers the unique opportunity to practice dentistry without the burdens of ownership or third-party billing. You will work in a supportive environment, focusing on patient care while enjoying a flexible schedule. With comprehensive benefits, including a generous paid time off policy and a signing bonus, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of justice-involved patients. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Guaranteed hourly rate

Medical malpractice insurance

Comprehensive benefits plans

Generous paid time off

401K savings plans

$2,500 CE reimbursement annually

Up to $10,000 Signing Bonus

Up to $10,000 Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Current Illinois State Dental license required.
• Minimum one year of practicing dentistry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dental staff and manage dental activities.
• Provide oral health care including fillings and extractions.

Skills

Dentistry

Patient Care

Collaboration

Oral Health Assessment

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DDM)

Tools

Dental Equipment

CPR Certification

Job description

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Practice without owning a practice.
Autonomy without the pressure.

Are you tired of working for someone else or tired of the expense of owning your own practice? Come to correctional dentistry. It's your department, your team, your expertise. No third party billing, no staffing issues, no loss of income.

OPPORTUNITY:

Dentist; onsite clinic

ESTIMATED START DATE:

January 2025

LOCATION:

Illinois River Correctional Center Medical Unit, Canton, IL

HOURS:

Full Time 40 Hours

STATUS:

Employee W-2 status or 1099 Independent Contractor (your choice)

COMPENSATION:

Guaranteed hourly rate; company paid medical malpractice insurance and comprehensive benefits package

BENEFITS:

• Guaranteed hourly rate
• Medical malpractice insured
• Comprehensive benefits plans
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
• 401K savings plans
• $2,500 CE reimbursement annually

CORRECTIONAL DENTISTRY INVOLVES:

• Assessment
• Exams
• Fillings
• Extractions
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary team
• Experienced staff
• Low pressure environment
• Flexibility

Monday - Friday
No nights/No weekends

PLEASE READ!

Up to $10,000 Signing Bonus and up to $10,000 Referral Bonus. Who do you know? Physicians? Dentists? Optometrists? Psychiatrists? Details and rules available upon request. Email recruiter Nancy at [e-mail]

COMPANY

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is a national leader in correctional health care. Over the past 30 years our team of dedicated clinical professionals helped literally millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services.

At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue.

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS

Full time staff eligible but not limited to:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Company paid medical malpractice insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
• CEU Reimbursement $2,500 annually
• Short term disability
• 19 Days of PTO annually PLUS 9 paid holidays
• 401K (part time and full time staff)

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Medical Director and Dental Director, the Dentist is responsible and accountable for supervising the dental staff and managing the dental activity as well as for providing oral health care to patients such as fillings, extractions, dentures, root canals, etc.

LICENSING:

Current Illinois State Dental license

CERTIFICATION:

Current CPR certification

EDUCATION:

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DDM) degree

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum one (1) year practicing dentistry.
• Skilled in recognizing the symptoms of shock and fainting; must be prepared to provide necessary aid as directed during procedures.

EOE/M/F/D/V

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