State of Minnesota
Location
Cloud County, KS | United States
Job description
Job Class: Dentist
Agency: Corrections Dept
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/03/2024
Closing Date : Open until filled
Hiring Agency : Department of Corrections
Locations: Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF)-Moose Lake & MCF-Rush City*
Division/Unit : Health, Recovery & Programming
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Days of Work : Monday - Thursday
Travel Required : Yes
Salary Range: $63.31 - $93.25 / hourly; $132,191 - $194,706 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Telework Eligible : No
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Candidates may be eligible for student loan reimbursement! The Student Loan Reimbursement Program is available to eligible classifications within the Dentist series. Employees meeting the program criteria can apply to request reimbursement for their own outstanding student loan debt balances that align with DOC’s business needs. For more information about this program, please contact Shelley Rojesky at [email protected] .
*This position will serve incarcerated populations at both Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF)-Moose Lake (about 75% of the time) and MCF-Rush City (about 25% of the time). The primary work location (either Moose Lake or Rush City) will be assigned upon hire.
This position exists to provide comprehensive dental care for incarcerated individuals. Responsibilities include:
Takes dental histories of all patients upon admission in order to determine extent of care needed.
Examines patients and administers tests so that dental malfunctions are discovered.
Performs oral surgery as required in order to remedy dental malfunctions.
Instructs dental assistants so that oral care can be provided to the patient.
Orders laboratory examinations and analysis, x-rays, and specific medication so that complete dental care is provided.
Keeps records and makes reports in order to document patients’ dental progress.
Supervises qualified dental staff in order to deliver efficient service to patients.
This position has direct contact with incarcerated individuals.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Education/Licensure:
Current licensure from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry to practice dentistry in Minnesota.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of general dentistry.
Considerable knowledge of the techniques involved and skills in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of dental diseases and injuries.
Considerable knowledge of recent developments in the field of general dentistry and the characteristics and usages of modern drugs.
Ability to establish and maintain a dental clinic environment. Ability to provide leadership in working with incarcerated individuals.
Ability to supervise dental assistants in clinical dental practice.
Physical Requirements
The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components consist of a tuberculosis screening and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Shelley Rojesky ( [email protected] ).
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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