Dentist
NaphCare, Inc.
Summary
NaphCare is hiring a Dentist to join our team of medical professionals in the Jacksonville Pre-Trial Jail in Jacksonville, Florida. As a Correctional Dentist, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide dental care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs.
Job description
Overview
NaphCare is hiring a Dentist to join our team of medical professionals in the Jacksonville Pre-Trial Jail in Jacksonville, Florida. As a Correctional Dentist, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide dental care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs.
Responsibilities
The Dentist is responsible for ensuring quality dental care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Responsibilities may include and not be limited to:
- Diagnosing, treating, and providing preventative care for patients
- Creating treatment plans and performing dental procedures, such as extractions and restorations
- Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices
- Maintaining accurate and detailed patient dental records
- Perform all dental assessments, radiographic exams, and dental treatment, to include emergency treatment such as oral surgery, restorative dentistry and periodontal therapy within the scope of general dentistry
- Formulate a working diagnosis, develop and implement a treatment plan and evaluate/modify therapeutic regimens to promote positive patient outcomes
- Evaluate all patients returning from offsite dental visits
- Participate in training and orientation of healthcare staff
- Provide oral hygiene education and discharge instructions to all patients seen
- Supervise and coach dental assistant
- Ensure sterilization and disinfection of equipment
- Collaborating with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients' oral health needs
Qualifications
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
- Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located
- Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association required)
- Current DEA registration
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services
- Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
- Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening
Physical Capabilities
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Requirements
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
- Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located
- Active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association required)
- Current DEA registration
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services
- Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
- Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Display integrity, professionalism and adhere to a Code of Conduct
- Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening
- Ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients up to 50 pounds, bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Free Prescriptions
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) and Roth
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral Bonuses
- Term Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Free Continuing Education
- CMEs
Company overview
NaphCare, Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services and technology solutions specifically designed for correctional facilities across the United States. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, the company partners with local, state, and federal government agencies to deliver innovative healthcare, technology, and administrative solutions for the correctional system. As a family-owned company with 1,001-5,000 employees, NaphCare has pioneered several industry-first initiatives including the Proactive Care Model, TechCare® Electronic Health Record system, and STATCare telehealth services. The company offers a full spectrum of correctional healthcare services including medical and mental health care, pharmacy services, dialysis, medication-assisted treatment, and forensic services. NaphCare's mission focuses on improving and saving lives through excellence and innovation, with a commitment to treating every patient with dignity while preparing them for successful reentry into their communities. The company has established itself as an industry leader with one of the longest-running partnerships with the federal Bureau of Prisons and multiple facilities earning the prestigious NCCHC Pinnacle Award for excellence in correctional healthcare.