Dentist River North Correctional Center

Title: Dentist #00049:
River North Correctional Center

State Role

Title:

Dentist I

Hiring Range: $154,500 - $215,061

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: River North Corr Center

Agency Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-opportunities

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus or up to $10,000 Student Loan Repayment may be available for eligible new hires.

A Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) Dentist operates a Dentist Office Practice within a correctional facility and will be a member of the VADOC Mobile Dental Unit, a unit that travels to other facilities and field units in the geographical area of the Dentist’s base facility. Primary duties include providing routine and emergency dental care to adult offenders with assistance from Dental Assistant(s) and Dental Hygienist(s).

The Dentist supervises Dental Assistant(s) and provides clinical supervision for Dental Hygienist(s). Performs routine dental treatment including examining teeth and gums for cavities, infections, and diseases; takes necessary x-rays; performs fillings and extractions as warranted. Diagnoses and develops treatment plans for patients. Responsible for the full range of dental care and education provided to patients, including prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injury, and deformities of the oral cavity.

Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.

• Degree in dental surgery (D.D.S.) or dental medicine (D.M.D.) from a school approved by the Council on Dental Education, American Dental Association (ADA). Other dental schools are acceptable provided the education and knowledge acquired was substantially equivalent to that of graduates from an ADA approved school.
• Licensed to practice Dentistry in Virginia.
• Controlled Substances Certificate from the Drug Enforcement Administration.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and treat oral health issues and inform patients on preventative care and treatment.
• Ability to travel to surrounding institutions and field units as a part of the Mobile Dental Unit, providing dental care and oral healthcare to the patients at those sites.
• Ability to diagnose conditions using advanced technologies including radiography and computer-generated imaging.
• Experience with restoration and replacement of teeth damaged from decay, trauma, or disease.
• Working knowledge of general dentistry.
• Ability to communicate orally and in written form in a professional manner.

• Previous supervisory experience or work experience training and supervising dental staff.
• Experience providing dental care and treatment in a dentist office, military, or correctional setting.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

• Background Investigation Requirements:
  All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
• Drug Testing Requirements:
  Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
• Application Requirements:
  Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is…