Dental Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


Yankton, United States State of South Dakota Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Dentist to join our team at the State of South Dakota. As a key member of our clinical services team, you will provide routine and emergency dental care to offenders incarcerated within the South Dakota Department of Corrections.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide treatment to preserve and restore natural teeth, remove decayed teeth, and provide appropriate replacements.
  • Provide oral health education, examinations, and consultations.
  • Interpret dental radiographs, restore carious teeth, diagnose gum disease, and restore damaged teeth and gums.
  • Provide basic oral surgery, endodontics, and dental prosthetics care and treatment within guidelines.
  • Prescribe medications, classify offenders, and respond to on-call dental emergencies.
  • Function as a liaison between the dental office and custody staff to ensure timely and efficient offender care.
  • Provide dental care education and instruction to offenders to reduce dental health problems.
  • Use electronic health records to document dental care provided to offenders.
  • Provide work direction to dental assistants and hygienists, assist with quality assurance, and perform other work as assigned.
Requirements
  • Awarded a DDS/DMD degree from a CODA-approved dental school.
  • Ability to obtain an unrestricted Dentist license from the South Dakota Board of Dentistry.
  • Knowledge of principles and techniques of dental examination, diagnoses, and dental surgery.
  • Ability to provide work direction, provide reports, triage dental conditions, and handle on-call emergencies.
Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle stressful situations, and maintain confidentiality. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background investigation and pass a physical abilities test.

The State of South Dakota offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and dedicated professional looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.



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