Dentist (DMD, DDS)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A correctional health care provider is hiring a Dentist to deliver high-quality dental care within a correctional environment in Pontiac, MI. This full-time role involves performing dental treatments, managing patient care, and working closely with medical staff to integrate services. The ideal candidate must be licensed, maintain a DEA number, and be able to work collaboratively in a team. Join us and help improve inmate health while enjoying a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Maintains current DEA number.
• Currently licensed in the state.
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel.
• Possess leadership and supervisory ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dental care within a correctional environment.
• Perform and interpret radiographic exams.
• Provide emergency treatment of teeth and surrounding tissues.
• Make proper referrals for procedures not performed at the facility.

Skills

Fluent in English

Teamwork

Independent decision making

Supervisory ability

Education

Current license in the state

Maintains current DEA number

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Georgia!

We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a Full Time, Monday - Thursday, Dentist at Oakland County Jail in Pontiac, MI.

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring 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 SCHEDULE

• Monday - Thursday
• 8 hour shifts

DENTIST POSITION SUMMARY

The Dentist provides high-quality dental care to the patient population within a correctional environment. This role involves comprehensive delivery of dental services including diagnosis, treatment, management, and non-surgical procedures for patients. The Dentist will work closely with the medical and administrative staff to ensure effective integration of dental services with other healthcare services provided to patients in a correctional environment.

DENTIST 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 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Maintains current DEA number.
• Currently licensed in the state.
• 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.

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