Dentist needed in St. Cloud, MN

Job description

Job Class: Dentist
Agency: Corrections Dept

Job ID: 91192
Location: St. Cloud
Telework Eligible: No
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 01/28/2026
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections
Division/Unit: Health, Recovery & Programming
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift/7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: Yes, up to 50% of the time
Salary Range: $69.80 - $102.81 / hourly; $145,742 - $214,667 / annually
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.

This position provides comprehensive restorative and preventative dental care for incarcerated individuals. Responsibilities include:

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 in order 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 in order to document patients’ dental progress.
Supervises qualified dental staff in order to deliver efficient service to patients.

Note: The incumbent may be required to travel to different Minnesota Correctional Facilities (MCFs) to provide dental services.

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.

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.

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About Corrections Dept
Transform Your Job into a Meaningful Career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections! Join us in transforming lives and ensuring a safer Minnesota. Whether within our correctional facilities or under community supervision, we believe that a person’s journey back to society begins on day one. Be a part of this transformative mindset by joining our team! Enjoy numerous promotional opportunities, excellent State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and access to workout facilities at most locations.

• Competitive Salary
• Paid vacation and sick leave, along with 12 paid holidays each year
• Meaningful career