The Dentist provides and supervises the complete dental care of facility detainees/inmates. Evaluates and seeks improvement in the facility dental health program, dental services provided, patient care required/administered, dental operative conditions and equipment in use. Functions as a consultant to the facility staff physician.
Pay Rate:
$120/hr.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• The Dentist initiates and maintains compliance with company policies for accreditation.
• The Dentist completes an initial dental screening on all new commitments within seven (7) days.
• Evaluates those patients needing or applying for dental care and makes recommendations deemed clinically appropriate. Takes impressions for dental plates. Sends prostheses to outside dental labs.
• The Dentist formulates and create treatment plans on an individual basis after a thorough exam.
• Performs routine cleaning, drilling, filling, and extraction of teeth in accordance with National Commission for Correctional Health Care Standards for dental care.
• The Dentist educates patients on maintaining proper oral health and prevention.
• Teaches patients about diet, flossing, use of fluoride, and other aspects of dental care
• The Dentist prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified and documented dental conditions and regularly reviews those cases requiring ongoing medical/pharmaceutical attention.
• Produces clear and concise health records, reports and correspondence, including the use of Electronic Health Records system
• The Dentist monitors need for dental supplies and equipment.
• Provides in-service training for health staff members on appropriate issues, such as dental hygiene, dental care, dental emergencies, and techniques.
• The Dentist supervises the work of professional, technical and administrative staff. Provides input into performance evaluation.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
• The Dentist collaborates and communicates effectively with the Hospital medical team, Psychiatric, Mental Health Professionals, Nurses, Health Technicians and Administrative Assistants.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops/seminars/conferences, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• The Dentist maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Performs other various duties as assigned.
