Dentist-Pender Correctional

State of North Carolina•Burgaw, NC

2d•$111,858 - $223,714•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Pender Correctional Institution in Burgaw, NC. The primary purpose of this position is to provide dental care and treatment to offenders within the prison system to ensure compliance with health care needs. The position provides primary dental care and treatment for Pender CI.

Requirements

Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of North Carolina.

Nice To Haves

Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Responsibilities

Takes and reviews medical and dental history and performs examination of hard and soft tissues.
Initiates appropriate dental care and treatment of offender patients.
Orders appropriate diagnostic studies, arranges for follow up and consultation.
Supervises the dental staff in their practice of dentistry in the areas of oral surgery, endodontics, prosthetics and periodontics.
Provides proper and accurate documentation of procedures in dental and medical charts.
Monitors all aspects of infection control including barrier techniques for staff, equipment and proper sterilization of instruments.
Ensures offenders are provided oral hygiene instructions and informs offenders of diagnostic and treatment concerns.
Documents weekly spore testing and maintenance procedures of equipment.
Assesses offender and staff needs to determine the need for new programs or program adjustments.
Supervises daily tasks of dental assistant and delegates duties for the effective operation of the dental office.
Evaluates operations and procedures, analyzes deficiencies and suggests solutions.
Provides written responses to offender grievances and written responses to DAC Legal when necessary.
Maintains professional demeanor and ensures positive communication with dental, medical and custody staff for effective operation of the dental office.