Dentist (DMD, DDS)

Join the VitalCore Health Strategies Team in Mississippi! We're people who are fueled by passion, not by profit. VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility in Pearl, MS. At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services.

Benefits

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus

Schedule

Full-Time or Part Time

About the Role

The Dentist provides dental services and directs patient clinical examination of admissions and, as indicated, treatment of patient's needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret radiographic exams as indicated.
• Provide dental treatment to include emergency treatment of the teeth and surrounding soft tissues such as oral surgery, restorative dentistry, and periodontal therapy within the scope of a general Dentist, including extractions.
• Correct significant oral problems which may adversely affect an inmate’s health, as deemed necessary.
• Make proper referrals for procedures which cannot be performed at the facility.
• Report any unusual occurrences or accidents to the site or Regional Medical Director.
• Attend training and meetings as required.

Requirements

• Maintain a current DEA number.
• Currently licensed in the state.
• Must be fluent in the English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
• Must be a supportive team member who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and the team concept.
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.