What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Provider - Metropolitan Detention Center - PRN position at UNM Medical Group?
UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring a Dental Provider for the Metropolitan Detention Center. This opportunity is PRN on-call (0.01FTE) position Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center PRN Dentist (on-call) is a clinical position that
provides dental health services to the patient population at BCMDC when needed. Reports to the
BCMDC Clinic Dental Director to provide dental care that follows the BCMDC policies and procedures.
Summary:
The University of New Mexico, Department of Dental Medicine, is seeking a PRN Staff Dentist to serve as an MDC Site Dental Provider. Providers at the MDC will serve the patient population at MDC in accordance with national standards and the McClendon Agreement.
Minimum Job Requirements of a Dental Provider:
- Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery or Dental Medicine
- Fully licensed to practice dentistry in the state of New Mexico
- Current DEA registration.
Duties and Responsibilities of a Dental Provider:
- Performing Surgical and Third Molar Extractions on the level of general dentistry.
- Working in the MDC dental clinic
- After-hours call at MDC as needed
- Fostering inter-professional practice collaborations
- Providing direct clinical care
- Modeling and upholding the educational foundation for professional behavior
Maintaining immaculate documentation of all procedures and practices in an electronic chart - Perform and interpret radiographic exams as needed.
- Provide dental treatment, including emergency treatment of the teeth and surrounding soft tissue, such as oral surgery, restorative dentistry and periodontal therapy within the scope of a general Dentistry, including extractions. Correct significant oral problems, which may adversely affect inmates health as, deemed necessary.
- Make proper referral for procedures, which cannot be performed at facility.
- Report any unusual occurrences or accidents to the site or l Medical Director.
About UNM Medical Group, Inc.
Since our creation in 2007, our dynamic organization has continued to grow and form strong partnerships within the UNM Health system. We ASPIRE to incorporate the following values into all aspects of our culture and work: we always demonstrate an Attitude of Service with Positivity, Integrity and Respect as we strive for Excellence.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment:
We are dedicated to embracing and promoting diversity while fostering well-being across New Mexico through cultural humility and respect for everyone.
Apply TODAY to our Dental Provider opportunity with the UNM Medical Group, Inc. and our Recruiter will contact you shortly! Please include a cover letter which describes your educational and professional background, your interest in correctional medicine, and alignment with the mission of the UNM School of Medicine. Attach a copy of your CV.
