UTMB Health

Correctional Dentist - Hilltop Unit

UTMB Health$100K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed to practice dentistry in Texas
  • Current registration of Texas dental license
  • DEA controlled substance registration certificate
  • Current BLS-HP certification
  • Preferred minimum of two years general clinical practice

Responsibilities

  • Perform direct dental care services for offenders
  • Ensure compliance with Health Services policies
  • Contribute to UTMB Correctional Managed Care operations
  • Adhere to established internal controls
  • Provide dental services at multiple facilities as needed
  • Exercise independent judgment under supervision
  • Perform related duties as required

Benefits

  • Work within a structured correctional environment
  • Opportunity for autonomy in patient care
  • Engagement with a diverse patient population
  • Involvement in a unique health service setting
  • Potential for professional development in correctional healthcare
Full Job Description
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.

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