Contract General Dentist
Location: St. Louis Correctional Facility – St. Louis, MI
Pay: $127.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM–3:00 PM | No weekends or holidays
Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Weekly Pay, Referral Program
Overview:
Care One Inc., a Michigan-based staffing leader for over 30 years, is seeking a licensed General Dentist to provide essential dental care to incarcerated individuals at the St. Louis Correctional Facility. This is a full-time, contract opportunity for a compassionate and experienced dental professional who can work effectively within a secure and structured environment.
Responsibilities:
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Conduct comprehensive oral exams to assess and diagnose dental diseases, injuries, and abnormalities
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Perform restorations, extractions, and root removals as necessary
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Fabricate and fit dentures and other dental appliances
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Place dental implants where indicated
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Suture facial and oral lacerations
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Prescribe medications for pain, infection, or other oral health conditions
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Document assessments, procedures, and treatments accurately and in compliance with policy
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Collaborate with on-site healthcare and custody staff to ensure coordinated care
Qualifications:
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DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
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Current, unrestricted Dental License in the state of Michigan
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Minimum 2 years of experience in general dentistry
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Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
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Strong diagnostic, procedural, and patient management skills
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Comfortable working with diverse populations and within a correctional setting
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Reliable, ethical, and able to maintain confidentiality and composure in a secure environment
Pre-Employment Requirements:
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Physical exam
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TB screening
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Drug screening
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Background check
Join a team where your clinical skills make a real difference.
Correctional healthcare offers a unique opportunity to improve public health while delivering care to underserved populations. Apply now to become part of a dedicated team making a meaningful impact.
