We are seeking a Part-Time Dentist to work at a county jail(s) in the Hill County Area.
Correctional dentistry is a unique, challenging, and exciting opportunity for dentists because it allows you to provide patient care without the interference and barriers associated within a private practice. This is the perfect opportunity to provide dentistry in a public health setting, while improving health outcomes.
Responsibilities:
Perform dental services within designated hours of operations.Utilize universal precautions for patient dental care.Exam, diagnose and treat patients consistent with professional standards and defined scope of service.Document patients’ needs for every dental encounter utilizing the SOAP format, update the patient health history, and obtain patient consent prior to delivering of care.Keep patient information confidential and respect patients' rights to privacy, in accordance with accepted confidentiality practices for incarcerated individuals. Requirements Graduate from an accredited school of Dentistry Medicine (DDS/DMD)Experienced clinician preferredRecent graduates encouraged to applyOne (1) year of experience in oral surgery preferredActive and unrestricted State Dental LicenseExcellent organizational skillsStrong written and oral communication skillsGreat interpersonal skills________________________________________
If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo background check (including criminal record check) and drug screening. We use E-Verify in our hiring process.
DOCS Health is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. DOCS Health will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.