Dentist P15

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We are seeking a Dentist to provide dental services to prisoners at assigned correctional facilities and other clinics. Responsibilities include diagnosis, operative/restorative, surgical (including extractions), and prosthetic treatments. The role involves documenting patient treatment, ensuring compliance with Dental Program guidelines, providing patient care according to standard care guidelines, and maintaining operational modalities at 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 responsibilities over prisoners for more than 50% of the work time. The position is located entirely within the secure perimeter of a correctional facility.

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

• Possession of a Doctorate of Dental Surgery or Doctorate of Medical Dentistry degree.
• No specific experience required.
• Michigan licensure as a dentist.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis. The department will not hire individuals with felony convictions or pending felony charges, in accordance with Public Act 140 of 1996.

View the Position Description and Job Specification.

All required documents must be attached and submitted with your application. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. Applicants attaching transcripts should include official college transcripts indicating degree type and graduation date. Unofficial transcripts are not accepted. More information can be found here.

For assistance with uploading documents, contact the Office of Career Services at

Note: Applicants with felony convictions as per Public Act 191 of 2017 are screened out. Misdemeanor or felony convictions may disqualify applicants until satisfactory completion of sentences, including parole or probation.

Ethical Standards: All employees must adhere to high ethical standards to ensure integrity and effective services. Employees are required to 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), consisting of 40 or 80 hours of initial in-person training, plus additional online training.