Overview
Dentist – Location: US-AL-Harvest | ID: 2026-29285 | Category: Dental | Position Type: Full-Time
NaphCare is hiring a Dentist to join our team of medical professionals in the Limestone Correctional Facility in Harvest, AL. As a Correctional Dentist, you will work alongside correctional officers and other dental professionals to provide dental care to incarcerated individuals. Working within a controlled environment, where security is a top priority, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population with complex medical and dental needs.
New grads are encouraged to apply — we provide training in the field of correctional healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Dentist is responsible for ensuring quality dental care to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our patient population. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Diagnosing, treating, and providing preventative care for patients
- Creating treatment plans and performing dental procedures, such as extractions and restorations
- Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices
- Maintaining accurate and detailed patient dental records
- Collaborating with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients\' oral health needs
Qualifications
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or equivalent
- Experience in clinical dentistry and correctional settings preferred
- Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located
- Active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
- Current DEA registration
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services
- Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
- Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary/confidential information
- Display integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
- Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening
Physical Capabilities
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Why Join NaphCare?
NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the US and we are growing. We offer competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, and strongly support career advancement within the company.
NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
- Lowest Cost Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays
- Free continuing education and CMEs
If you would like to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran