Dentist

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the practice of general dentistry and all matters requiring professional judgment; monitoring dental disease, restoring and maintaining dental function, and assisting in the maintenance of good dental health and well-being of Persons in our Care.

Duties

• Examination and evaluation of the oral condition of all Persons in our Care upon admission and at periodic intervals.
• Performance of diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontic, endodontic, prosthodontics, adjunctive and emergency, and oral surgery.
• Referral of specialized orthodontic and complex treatment to community specialists.
• Direction of the clinical activities of ancillary dental personnel.
• Assistance in completion and submission of monthly and annual dental activity reports.
• Provision of dental health education on an individual and group basis.
• Provision of care and maintenance of dental equipment, direction of infection control procedures and elimination of biohazards within the dental operatory.
• Aid the Dental Director in other related dental duties when not providing direct dental care.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 10-50 with a starting pay of $89.81 – $121.56/hour. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Benefits

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Job Details

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
• The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
• The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
• For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.

Shifts

• Jackson Correctional Institution: Monday-Thursday, 7:00am-3:30pm.
• Dodge Correctional Institution: Monday-Thursday, 7:00am-3:30pm
• Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Oshkosh Correctional Institution: Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm
• Stanley Correctional Institution: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Oakhill Correctional Institution: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Waupun Correctional Institution: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
• Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility: Monday- 3:30pm
• Drug Abuse Correctional Center: Monday- Tuesday 6:00am-2:30pm

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Applicants must possess current Wisconsin licensure in Dentistry or be licensed in another state and be eligible to obtain Wisconsin licensure by time of appointment.

How To Apply

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Current State of Wisconsin (non-UW) Employees

If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the “Careers” tile on the front page. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Questions

Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist- Senior, at Jordan.Hampton@wisconsin.gov.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

Veterans Employment Program

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until filled. Applications are processed every other week, usually on Thursdays. After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. In the application process, please check only the locations for which you are truly interested.

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