Dentist (DDS, DMD)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies in Charlotte, North Carolina, seeks a Dentist (DDS/DMD) for a PRN position (8 hours/week) to deliver comprehensive dental care within a correctional facility. The role involves exams, treatment planning, restorative work, extractions, and emergency care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The Dentist will document encounters, participate in quality improvement, and adhere to infection control and security protocols while working with facility staff to

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state of employment.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Must be a supportive team member and contribute to teamwork.
• Able to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Able to interact tactfully with staff, inmates, families, and public.
• Possess leadership and supervisory ability and work harmoniously with others.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret radiographic exams as indicated.
• Provide dental treatment including emergency care, restorative procedures, extractions, and preventive care within the scope of a general Dentist.
• Make referrals for procedures not available at the facility.
• Document patient encounters accurately and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Licensed Dentist

English fluency

Teamwork

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

DDS or DMD

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in North Carolina! We're people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies, an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare,has an opening fora Dentist at Mecklenburg County Detention Center North in Charlotte, North Carolina for PRN (8 hours / week)!!

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining compassionate, ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

DENTIST (DDS, DMD) POSITION SUMMARY

The Dentist is responsible for providing comprehensive dental care services to patients in a correctional facility, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, extractions, preventive care, and emergency dental treatment. Working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, the Dentist ensures the delivery of clinically appropriate, timely, and compassionate care while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and facility regulations, infection control standards, and security protocols. The position includes accurate documentation of patient encounters, participation in quality improvement initiatives, and collaboration with medical and correctional staff to promote the overall health and well-being of this patient population.

DENTIST (DDS, DMD) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform and interpret radiographic exams as indicated.
• Provide dental treatment to include emergency treatment of the teeth and surrounding soft tissues such as oral surgery, restorative dentistry and periodontal therapy within the scope of a general Dentist including extractions.
• Correction of significant oral problems, which may adversely affect inmate’s health as, deemed necessary.
• Make proper referrals for procedures which cannot be performed at facility.
• Report any unusual occurrences or accidents to the site or Regional Medical Director. Attend training and meetings as required.

DENTIST (DDS, DMD) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Currently licensed in the state of employment.
• Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
• Must be a supportive team member, who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and team concept.
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.