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DENTIST OR ADVANCED DENTAL THERAPIST - Minnesota Lake Minnesota
Company: Minnesota Careers
Location: Minnesota Lake, Minnesota
Posted On: 11/07/2024
Come help the Department of Corrections transform lives for a safer Minnesota! Each day when you come to work for the Department of Corrections, you have the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.
Job Details
Job Class: Dentist/Advanced Dental Therapist
Agency: Corrections Dept
- Job ID: 80930
- Location: Various
- Telework Eligible: No
- Full/Part Time: Part-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 10/19/2024
- Closing Date: 11/01/2024
- Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections
- Division/Unit: Health, Recovery & Programming
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift/Varies
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes, up to 50% of the time
- DentistSalary Range: $69.80 - $102.81 / hourly
- Advanced Dental TherapistSalary Range: $47.05 - $69.80 / hourly
- Classified Status: Classified
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary
Two (2) positions will be filled by consideration of all applicants to this posting. Positions will be filled in either the Dentist or Advanced Dental Therapist job classification. The classification level (Dentist or Advanced Dental Therapist) in which the positions are filled will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected applicants. Positions will be filled at the following Minnesota Correctional Facilities (MCFs): - Rush City & Willow River/Moose Lake
- St. Cloud The Dentist and Advanced Dental Therapist provide comprehensive restorative and preventative dental care for incarcerated individuals. Dental procedures may include:
- Radiographs
- Administration of local anesthetic
- Application of topical preventive or prophylactic agents
- Placement of temporary restorations
- Fabrication of soft occlusal guards
- Tissue conditioning and soft reline
- Atraumatic restorative therapy
- Dressing changes
- Tooth re-implantation
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Prophylaxis Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held .
Dentist - Current licensure from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry to practice dentistry in Minnesota. Applicants who meet the licensure requirements listed above will be further assessed on the following:
- Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of general dentistry.
- Skill in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of dental diseases and injuries.
- Considerable knowledge of recent developments in the field of general dentistry and the characteristics and usages of modern drugs.
- Ability to establish and maintain a dental clinic environment.
- Ability to provide leadership in working with incarcerated individuals.
- Ability to supervise dental assistants and dental therapists in clinical dental practice. Advanced Dental Therapist
- Current licensure from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry to practice dental therapy in Minnesota plus certification as an Advanced Dental Therapist. Applicants who meet the licensure requirements listed above will be further assessed on the following:
- Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of general dentistry.
- Skill in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of dental diseases and injuries.
- Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively. Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position: - Current licensure from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry to practice dentistry in Minnesota. Physical Requirements
The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components consist of a tuberculosis screening and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Katie Wynn ( Katie.Wynn@state.mn.us ).
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select Apply for Job at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Katie Wynn at katie.wynn@state.mn.us or 651-361-7304 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Katie Wynn at katie.wynn@state.mn.us .
About Corrections Dept
Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities.These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a person's custody status, our mindset is the same: a person's path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence.Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? - A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include: - Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being Support to help you reach your career goals:
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Tuition reimbursement (Dentists only)
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov ) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
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