Dentist - Washington Corrections Center

Dentist

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual as a full-time, permanent Dentist to join the Health Services team at Washington Corrections Center (WCC) located in Shelton, WA. This dentist position functions as a member of the Health Services Division and is responsible for performing dental procedures on incarcerated individuals at WCC. This dentist is also responsible for ensuring that the services provided are adhering to and consistent with the Department's policies, the WA State DOC Health Plan, and the DOC Dental Services' protocols and guidelines. In doing so, this position contributes to improvement in patient health, which contributes to a reduction in criminal recidivism. A completed application packet will include: a detailed resume, a cover letter, and three professional references.

Under the administrative supervision of the facility's Health Services Manager and clinical supervision of the department's Chief of Dentistry, DOC dentists provide medically necessary dental care to incarcerated patients. Dentists provide clinical supervision to dental assistants and dental hygienists consistent with the Washington State Laws (RCW, WAC) and department policies, protocols and health plan: Duties include diagnostic, preventive, periodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, prosthetics, operative procedures, and performing duties as authorized by the WA State DOH, in accordance with the WA State Laws (related WAC & RCW). Delegates clinical duties to dental assistants and dental hygienists in accordance with the WA State Laws (related WAC & RCW).

Required qualifications include being a licensed dentist in the State of Washington, a valid unencumbered Washington State license to practice as a Dentist, a valid and current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification, and possession of unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration to prescribe controlled substances. Must comply with health screening requirements by undergoing tuberculosis testing and other appropriate related procedures unless exempt by State.

Preferred qualifications include two years clinical experience in the practice of dentistry, skilled in performing surgical extractions within the practice scope of a general dentist, knowledge in the areas of scheduling routine/complex and specialty dental procedures, demonstrated proficiency in computer applications and related technologies, experience providing dental services in a correctional environment or community/public health clinic, and experience working within the constraints of a limited health plan and/or pharmaceutical formulary restrictions.

The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives. Our vision is working together for safer communities. Our commitment is to operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington. Our core values include cultivating an environment of integrity and trust, respectful and inclusive interactions, people's safety, positivity in words and actions, and supporting people's success.

Important notes include compliance with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9, not using E-Verify, and the need for a background check including criminal record history. Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and a pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. This position may be represented by a bargaining unit. Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future. Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies: foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace, work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable, promote inclusiveness, be culturally sensitive and appropriate, and respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What we offer includes up to 25 paid vacation days a year, 8 hours of paid sick leave per month, 12 paid holidays a year, a generous retirement plan, Flex Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Assistance, Deferred Compensation, and so much more! Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: View phone number on click.appcast.io.