Dentist - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring a Dentist to join their team of medical professionals in the St. Clair Facility in Springville, AL. As a Correctional Dentist, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide dental care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs.
Requirements
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or equivalent.
- Experience in clinical dentistry and correctional settings preferred.
- Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located.
- Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
- Current DEA registration.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services.
- Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in correctional settings.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring quality dental care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population.
- Diagnosing, treating, and providing preventative care for patients.
- Creating treatment plans and performing dental procedures, such as extractions and restorations.
- Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices.
- Maintaining accurate and detailed patient dental records.
- Collaborating with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ oral health needs.
Benefits
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
- Lowest Cost Benefits!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays
- Free continuing education and CMEs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
