Dentist - OK

Job Description

We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Oklahoma, starting Nov 3, 2025, with 8-hour day shifts. This role involves providing comprehensive dental care in a correctional setting, supporting patient health, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic environment.

Job Details

• Location: Oklahoma
• Start Date: Nov 3, 2025
• Provider Type Needed: Dentist
• Schedule: 8-hour day shifts

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive nursing care, including executing physician orders and administering medications
• Perform examinations and treatment of patients, including a variety of procedures and treatments
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess clinical problems and healthcare needs
• Record physical findings, formulate prognosis, and discuss cases with physicians and other health professionals to prepare patient care plans
• Recommend drugs and other treatments within the scope of licensure
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and ensure early release when appropriate
• Verify cleanliness of equipment and work area, both directly and through supervision
• Assist in monitoring the provision of all required contractual services
• Maintain strong working relationships with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies
• Utilize established corporate, facility, and correctional policies and exercise independent judgment as needed
• Evaluate the provision of medical services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication
• Maintain security and confidentiality of all medical records and ensure documentation of all services provided
• Monitor potential catastrophic illnesses and recommend methods to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness of health services
• Audit pharmacy use for formulary adherence and comply with all applicable pharmacy laws
• Observe and record inmate or resident behavior
• Accept on-call status as required
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups
• Read, analyze, comprehend, and interpret medical and technical procedures and legal documents
• Review, process, and respond to lawsuits via corporate counsel and attend court hearings as necessary
• Communicate effectively with administration, staff, inmates, visitors, and the public, exercising tact and good judgment
• Attend staff meetings and promote effective communication in the medical unit
• Participate in multidisciplinary committee meetings to promote and monitor healthcare quality
• Engage in functions in confined areas, including working rotating shifts and performing physical security checks
• Evaluate and recommend safety requirements for a secure work environment

Additional Information

• Must have at least 1 year of advanced practice provider experience
• US Citizenship required for ICE clearance; expedited clearance available for new activation
• Candidates will undergo thorough background and credit investigation for clearance
• Required for submittal: Universal cover page, vendor neutral resume/CV, license primary source verification

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.