Dentist-Foothills CI New

State of North Carolina

390d • $104,048 - $208,096

About The Position

The Dentist position at Foothills Correctional Institution in Morganton, NC, involves providing primary dental care and treatment to offender patients. The role includes performing dental examinations, initiating appropriate treatments, supervising dental staff, and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols. The dentist will also document procedures, respond to grievances, and maintain effective communication with medical and custody staff.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of North Carolina.
• Documented knowledge of dental practices and developments in the field of dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary dental care and treatment for offender patients.
• Take and review medical and dental histories and perform examinations of hard and soft tissues.
• Initiate appropriate dental care and treatment for patients.
• Order diagnostic studies and arrange for follow-up and consultation.
• Supervise dental staff in areas such as oral surgery, endodontics, prosthetics, and periodontics.
• Document procedures accurately in dental and medical charts.
• Monitor infection control practices, including sterilization of instruments.
• Provide oral hygiene instructions to offenders and inform them of diagnostic and treatment concerns.
• Document weekly spore testing and maintenance procedures of dental equipment.
• Assess needs for new programs or adjustments and supervise daily tasks of dental assistants.

Benefits

• State benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees