The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is planning to eliminate 31 dentist jobs early next year, according to a story in the Sacramento Bee.
A total of 93 notices went out last month, according to the Bee. The layoffs are expected to take effect January 14.
The CDCR currently has 294 prison dentists on staff, each earning $15,183 per month. The CDCR now plans to hire more hygienists, who are paid $4,763 per month by the department, according to the Bee.
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