Dentist P15

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Position:
Dentist

Provide dental services to prisoners at assigned correctional facilities and other dental clinics. Services include diagnosis, operative/restorative, surgical (including extractions), and prosthetic treatments. Document and record patient treatment information according to Dental Program guidelines to ensure compliance, and provide patient care following established standards. Maintain the facility dental clinic operations to MDOC Dental Program standards. Possession of Controlled Substance and U.S.D.E.A. Registration is preferred.

This is a test-designated position with direct contact and supervisory responsibility over prisoners for more than 50% of work time. The position is located within the secure perimeter of a correctional facility.

Note: The pay range for classified Dentists includes a 20% critical pay increase.

Education: Possession of a Doctorate of Dental Surgery or Doctorate of Medical Dentistry degree.

Experience: No specific experience required.

Michigan licensure as a dentist is required. Equivalent education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Applicants must not have felony convictions or pending felony charges, in accordance with Public Act 140 of 1996.

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All required documents must be attached and submitted with your application. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV.

Applicants attaching transcripts must include official college transcripts indicating degree type and graduation date. Unofficial or web-based transcripts are not accepted. More information can be found here.

If you need assistance uploading documents, call the Office of Career Services at

The Department of Corrections may screen out applicants with felony convictions, in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017.

Applicants with misdemeanor or felony convictions are ineligible until all sentences, including parole or probation, are completed.

Employees must adhere to ethical standards and report any conflicts of interest. More information is available here.

New hires and returning employees after more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET), totaling 40 or 80 hours depending on their role. Additional online training will also be required.