Dentist

CFG HEALTH SYSTEM LLC•Mount Vernon, OH

2d•$100 - $100•Onsite

About The Position

The Dentist provides general dentistry and patient care services consistent with CFG clinical guidelines, community standards of care, and contractual obligations at a correctional facility. The role includes assessing and treating inmate patients referred by facility nursing or professional staff, leading dental support staff, documenting care, and providing emergency dental treatment within the scope of general dentistry. The Dentist must comply with applicable correctional healthcare standards, facility policies, confidentiality requirements, and safety and security procedures.

Requirements

Degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited dental school.
Completion of a U.S.-based residency program in a dental facility.
Current, unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the state where the facility is located, with a current copy maintained at the facility.
Previous clinical experience in dentistry demonstrating knowledge of diagnosis, assessment, and implementation of appropriate treatment plans.
Excellent critical-thinking and assessment skills.
Ability to make decisions independently.
Assertive, empathetic, and able to provide care objectively.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Basic computer skills and understanding of EMR.
Ability to command the respect and confidence of inmates and staff and commitment to the objectives of the facility.
Strong knowledge of general dentistry, current developments in dentistry, and patient treatment and care.
Ability to prepare written reports and track statistical data.
Active Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Unrestricted and valid prescriptive authority with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests.
Must pass a security background check.

Responsibilities

Perform and document routine dental assessments and evaluations of inmate patients referred by nursing or professional staff, consistent with applicable NCCHC, New Jersey 10-A, ACA, and PBNDS standards.
Provide leadership and direction to the dental assistant and dental hygienist.
Follow CFG policies and procedures.
Assess and diagnose dental conditions, evaluate treatment options, implement treatment plans, and educate patients on oral health care.
Perform and interpret radiographic dental examinations as indicated.
Record dental care information accurately, completely, concisely, and promptly in the appropriate format and forms.
Provide emergency treatment of the teeth and surrounding soft tissues, including oral surgery, restorative dentistry, and periodontal therapy within the scope of general dentistry.
Maintain patient confidentiality, comply with HIPAA, and respect patients’ rights to privacy.
Promote a culture of safety through appropriate identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention practices.
Maintain competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments relevant to the role.
Attend CFG Health Systems staff meetings and participate in ongoing quality improvement activities.
Complete required orientation and training.
Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures and adhere to current CDC guidelines.
Follow facility and CFG Health Systems Occurrence Protocol and adhere to PREA regulations.
Maintain security clearance for the assigned facility and use appropriate communication channels with supervising staff.