Dentist

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks a dentist to deliver dental services at the Winnebago County Justice Center. This role offers a unique opportunity to practice in a correctional environment, focusing on patient care without the barriers of traditional private practice. Candidates should be graduates of accredited dental programs and hold active dental licenses in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited dental school.
• Hold an active and unrestricted Illinois dental license.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and identify conditions using x-rays and dental instruments.
• Fill cavities and repair damaged teeth.
• Administer medications to reduce pain.

Skills

Patient Care

Dental Procedures

X-ray Analysis

Medication Administration

Oral Care Instruction

Education

DDS / DMD from accredited school

Active Illinois dental license

Job description

Hiring Department : Family Community Medicine

Location : Rockford, IL USA

Requisition ID

Posting Close Date : 10 / 25 / 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU / VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description : Position Summary

This position will perform dental-related services in a corrections environment at the Winnebago County Justice Center. The College of Medicine provides a full spectrum of health care services in this facility, including dental services. Correctional dentistry is a unique, challenging, and exciting opportunity for dentists because it allows you to provide patient care without the interference and barriers associated with a private practice.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Examine patients to determine nature of condition, utilizing x-rays, dental instruments, and other diagnostic tools / procedures.
• Fill cavities and fix or remove damaged teeth, using rotary, hand instruments, dental appliances, medications, and surgical implements.
• Administer or prescribe medications to decrease pain and improve patient health.
• Interact with patients and instruct them on proper oral care.
• Measure and fit patients for dental appliances.
• Refer patients to specialist as needed.
• Perform other related duties and / or projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of Dentistry Medicine (DDS / DMD)
• Active and unrestricted Illinois dental license

Preferred Qualifications

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and / or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment / misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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