Correctional Dentist - Ellis Unit

Correctional Dentist - Ellis Unit

Huntsville, Texas, United States

Patient Care

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2505844

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

JOB SUMMARY :

Performs responsible general direct dental care services for the offender population of a correctional facility, in conformance with University procedures and Health Services policies. Works under supervision of the Cluster Dental Director with latitude for the exercise of independent judgement. May be required to provide dental services on multiple facilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Contributes to the success of the UTMB Correctional Managed Care operation.

• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department.

• Performs related duties as required.

EQUIPMENT :

Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE :

• Licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Texas.

• Current registration of license to practice dentistry in the state of Texas.

• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) controlled substance registration certificate.

• Current BLS-HP.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE :

• Two (2) years minimum general clinical practice preferred.

Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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