Dentist - Milwaukee Youth Facility

State of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 210,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

Well Wisconsin Program

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Department of Corrections in Wisconsin seeks a licensed dentist to provide general dentistry for youth patients and to oversee clinical activities within the dental operatory. The role includes infection control, patient education, and coordinating care with specialists when required.

Requirements include current Wisconsin licensure in Dentistry and the ability to work on-site. The position offers substantial leave, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess current Wisconsin licensure in Dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Practice general dentistry and perform diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontic, endodontic, prosthodontic, adjunctive and emergency care for youth patients.
• Assess oral health at admission and during follow-ups, and refer to specialists as needed.
• Supervise ancillary dental personnel and maintain infection control procedures.

Education

Wisconsin licensure in Dentistry

Job description

Introduction

Position Summary

The incumbent is responsible for the practice of general dentistry and all matters requiring professional judgment; monitors dental disease, restores and maintains dental function, and assists in the maintenance of good dental health and wellbeing of youth patients. Duties include the examination and evaluation of the oral condition of all youth patients upon admission and at periodic intervals; performance of diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontic, endodontic, prosthodontics, adjunctive and emergency, and oral surgery; referral of specialized orthodontic and complex treatment to community specialists; direction of the clinical activities of ancillary dental personnel; assistance in completion and submission of monthly and annual dental activity reports; provision of dental health education on an individual and group basis; provision of care and maintenance of dental equipment, direction of infection control procedures and elimination of biohazards within the dental operatory. Assists in other related dental and health care duties when not providing direct dental care.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 10-50 with a starting annual salary of $210,080 – $252,844 per year. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Benefits

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

This position is not eligible for remote work.

Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess current Wisconsin licensure in Dentistry.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmitive Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on September 14, 2026.