Dentist

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• Job Class:
  Dentist
• Agency:
  Corrections Dept
• Location:
  
  St. Cloud
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Work Shift/
  
  Hours:
  
  Day Shift 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes, up to 50% of the time
• Salary Range: $69.80 – $102.81 hourly; $145,742 – $214,667 annually

• Takes dental histories of all patients upon admission in order to determine extent of care needed.
• Examines patients and administers tests so that dental malfunctions are discovered.
• Performs oral surgery as required to remedy dental malfunctions.
• Instructs dental assistants so that oral care can be provided to the patient.
• Orders laboratory examinations and analysis, x‑rays, and specific medication so that complete dental care is provided.
• Keeps records and makes reports to document patients’ dental progress.
• Supervises qualified dental staff to deliver efficient service to patients.

• Current licensure from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry to practice dentistry in Minnesota.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of general dentistry.
• Skill in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of dental diseases and injuries.
• Knowledge of recent developments in general dentistry and the characteristics and usages of modern drugs.
• Ability to establish and maintain a dental clinic environment.
• Ability to provide leadership with incarcerated individuals.
• Ability to supervise dental assistants and dental therapists in clinical practice.

The completion of pre‑placement physical components may be required. The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA). For a copy of the PDA, email Katie Wynn (Katie.

Wynn.us).

Candidate screening may include criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations, and background checks per Department of Corrections policy. Top candidates must pass a criminal history check and prove completion of sentencing or restitution. Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted. New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

Title:

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status, or any protected characteristic.

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Interview Questions:
Katie Wynn, katie.wynn.us, 651‑361‑7304.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans (including fertility care, diabetes care, dental and orthodontic care for adults and children)
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or adopted children
• Pension plan upon retirement after at least three years of service
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources for physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (see student aid.gov)

• Confidential program for work/life support, mental health, relationship challenges, grief, finances, legal issues.
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: chores, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care.

Eligibility depends on employment type, agency, funding, union agreements, location, and length of service.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Public Safety