Dentist

Minnesota Department of Corrections; Minnesota; On-site; USD 150,523 - 221,703; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays per year

Pension plan after 3 years of service

Employer-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Corrections is seeking a licensed dentist to provide comprehensive dental care across St. Cloud, Rush City, and Willow River/Moose Lake. The role involves history taking, exams, surgeries, and supervising staff in a correctional setting.

The position requires leadership with incarcerated individuals, clinical supervision of assistants/therapists, and adherence to DOC policies. Competitive pay and benefits accompany the assignment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general dentistry principles and practices.
• Skill in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of dental diseases and injuries.
• Knowledge of developments in dentistry and modern medications.
• Ability to establish and maintain a dental clinic environment.
• Ability to provide leadership when working with incarcerated individuals.
• Ability to supervise dental assistants and therapists in clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Takes dental histories of all patients upon admission to determine care needed.
• Examines patients and administers tests to identify dental malfunctions.
• Performs oral surgery as required to remedy dental issues.
• Instructs dental assistants to provide oral care to patients.
• Orders laboratory exams, x‑rays, and medications for complete dental care.
• Maintains records and reports to document patients’ dental progress.
• Supervises qualified dental staff to deliver efficient service.

Skills

Dental knowledge

Diagnosis & treatment

Leadership with incarcerated

Clinic management

Supervision

Staff leadership in clinical practice

Education

Minnesota dental license

Job description

Job Overview

Job Class: Dentist
Agency: Department of Corrections
Locations: St. Cloud (1.0 FTE), Rush City & Willow River/Moose Lake (0.7 FTE)
Pay Range: $72.09–$106.18 hourly / $150,523–$221,703 annually
Work Shift: Day Shift / Varies
Travel: Yes, up to 50% of the time

Responsibilities

• Takes dental histories of all patients upon admission in order to determine extent of care needed.
• Examines patients and administers tests to identify dental malfunctions.
• Performs oral surgery as required to remedy dental malfunctions.
• Instructs dental assistants to provide oral care to patients.
• Orders laboratory examinations and analyses, x‑rays, and specific medication to provide complete dental care.
• Maintains records and reports to document patients’ dental progress.
• Supervises qualified dental staff to deliver efficient service to patients.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current licensure from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry.

Additional Assessment Criteria

• Considerable knowledge of general dentistry principles and practices.
• Skill in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of dental diseases and injuries.
• Knowledge of recent developments in general dentistry and modern medication uses.
• Ability to establish and maintain a dental clinic environment.
• Ability to provide leadership when working with incarcerated individuals.
• Ability to supervise dental assistants and therapists in clinical practice.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis and may need to complete a tuberculosis screening and/or respirator clearance.

Additional Requirements

• Criminal history and other background checks in accordance with Dept. of Corrections policy.
• Employment and reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will be conducted.
• New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days.
• The Dept. of Corrections does not sponsor work visas and does not participate in E‑Verify.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF, diabetes care, and dental/orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan after 3 years of service
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources for physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program may be available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
• Daily living and convenience services (chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care)