Dentist (DMD, DDS)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a PRN Dentist for the City of Alexandria Jail in Virginia. This role involves offering comprehensive dental care within a correctional environment, including diagnosis and treatment of dental issues. Candidates must possess a valid dental license, be fluent in English, and demonstrate strong teamwork abilities. Join a team that values quality care and promotes a positive work environment. VitalCore Health Strategies is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English language.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Possess supervisory ability.
• Must be a supportive team member with strong teamwork.
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dental care in a correctional environment.
• Perform emergency dental treatment including extractions.
• Make proper referrals for procedures not performable at the facility.
• Make proper referrals for procedures which cannot be performed at facility.
• Report any unusual occurrences or accidents to the site or Regional Medical Director. Attend training and meetings as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Independent decision-making

Independent decision making

Education

Current dental license

Current DEA number

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Georgia!

We're people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a PRN Dentist at the City of Alexandria Jail in Alexandria, VA.

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

DENTIST SCHEDULE

• PRN

DENTIST POSITION SUMMARY

The Dentist provides high‑quality dental care to the patient population within a correctional environment. This role involves comprehensive delivery of dental services including diagnosis, treatment, management, and non‑surgical procedures for patients. The Dentist will work closely with the medical and administrative staff to ensure effective integration of dental services with other healthcare services provided to patients in a correctional environment.

DENTIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform and interpret radiographic exams as indicated.
• Provide dental treatment to include emergency treatment of the teeth and surrounding soft tissues such as oral surgery, restorative dentistry and periodontal therapy within the scope of a general Dentist including extractions.
• Correction of significant oral problems, which may adversely affect inmate’s health as, deemed necessary.
• Make proper referrals for procedures which cannot be performed at facility.
• Report any unusual occurrences or accidents to the site or Regional Medical Director. Attend training and meetings as required.

DENTIST MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Maintains current DEA number.
• Currently licensed in the state.
• Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
• Must be a supportive team member, who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and team concept.
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: DDS, DMD, Dentist, Dental, Oral Health, Corrections