Dentist Supervisor

Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill a Dentist Supervisor position. This position is based out of Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI .

This is a reannouncement. If you previously applied for job ID 14668 and were found eligible, you do not need to reapply. You will be considered with your current score / results.

Position Summary

The Dentist Supervisor supervises assigned BHS dental staff and oversees the daily operations of the assigned dental clinics. The Dentist Supervisor assists the Dental Director with assuring smooth interactions between the dental clinic and its health services units and institution; in interdisciplinary matters that relate to the operation of the dental clinic. The Dental Supervisor supervises BHS dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, as well as limited term and contractual dental staff at the assigned locations and assures that work performance and quality of care are consistent with community standards of practice, State statutes, related administrative codes and other policies and procedures.

This position is also responsible for the practice of general dentistry and all matters requiring professional judgment. This position monitors dental disease, restores and maintains dental function, and assists in the maintenance of dental health and well-being of the offenders. Duties include the examination and evaluation of the oral condition of all offenders upon admission and at periodic intervals; performance of diagnostic, preventive, adjunctive and emergency, restorative, periodontic, prosthetic, endodontic and oral surgery procedures; referral of specialized orthodontic and complex treatment to community and / or contract specialists; provision of dental health education on an individual and group basis; care and maintenance of dental equipment; direction of infection control procedures and elimination of biohazards within the areas of dental operations. This position may assist the Dental Director in other related dental duties.

Salary Information

The salary for this position, with supplemental pay for supervisory responsibility included, starts at $98.00 / hour to $109.28 / hour , depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. This position is included in pay schedule and range 50-50.

This position is also eligible for additional add-on pay of up to $6.00 / hour for assuming supervisory duties.

Pay upon appointment for current or former State employees may vary and will be in accordance with language in the Compensation Plan, Statutes, and Administrative Code.

A twelve month probationary period may be required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring :

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.

Insurance : 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.

Our 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.

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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 .

Shift : Monday-Friday, 6 : 45am-3 : 15pm.

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :

Applicants must possess current Wisconsin licensure as a Dentist or be licensed in another state and be eligible to obtain Wisconsin licensure by time of appointment.

Minimally qualified applicants will have :

• Experience practicing Clinical Dentistry in a community setting and / or group practice.
• Experience performing standard range of dental procedures.
• Experience leading and directing the work of other staff members.

In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have :

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 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.

This position requires submission of a resume and letter of qualifications which should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.

The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications, if interested please click here .

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

You will be asked about your license in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your license number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your license. If your license is listed under a former name, please include the former name. If you have an out of state license, make sure to include the state.

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.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the human resources contact above. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11 : 59 pm on Wednesday February 26, 2024.

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