Correctional Dentist Lead - Mon-Fri, Great Benefits

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Smithfield Township (Bradford County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

License coverage

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Corrections seeks a Dentist to lead the healthcare team at SCI Smithfield. You will provide dental care to inmates, lead a skilled support team, and uphold clinical and security standards within a secure facility.

The role involves patient care planning, coordination with specialists, and overseeing office operations. Requires PA dental license, CJIS compliance, and ability to function in a security-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must possess a license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Lead dental operations while providing clinical care to inmate patients.
• Perform duties related to patient care, treatment planning, and follow-up instructions.
• Guide Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, provide training, and support hiring, performance, and corrective actions.
• Consult with physicians, oral surgeons, and other specialists, arranging referrals when needed.
• Monitor schedules, records, referrals, prescriptions, and required reports.
• Maintain supplies and equipment, approve inventory needs, and ensure tool, toxic, and caustic control requirements.

Skills

Staff leadership

Patient care planning

Education

Dental degree

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Corrections seeks a Dentist to lead the healthcare team at SCI Smithfield. You will provide dental care to inmates, lead a skilled support team, and uphold clinical and security standards within a secure facility.

The role involves patient care planning, coordination with specialists, and overseeing office operations. Requires PA dental license, CJIS compliance, and ability to function in a security-conscious environment.