Dentist - SCI Huntingdon

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a skilled Dentist for the State Correctional Institution in Huntingdon to provide comprehensive dental care to inmates and lead daily clinic operations.

You will supervise Dental Assistants and Hygienists, coordinate with physicians and specialists, review records, and ensure quality and safety standards in a structured clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry.
• 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

• Conduct periodontal examinations, review medical histories and x-rays, diagnose oral conditions, develop treatment plans, and provide restorative and preventative dental services.
• Supervise Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, provide training, monitor work quality, and address performance concerns when needed.
• Consult with physicians, oral surgeons, and other specialists, arrange referrals, and assist with onsite specialty treatments.
• Examine schedules, patient records, laboratory information, referrals, prescriptions, and inmate requests to support effective operations.
• Assess dental office practices, implement improvement efforts, prepare required reports, and help maintain operational standards.
• Maintain supplies and equipment and approve inventory requests.

Education

Graduation from an approved school of dentistry

Job description

Join the Department of Corrections (DOC) as a Dentist at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Huntingdon and build a career centered on service and impact. In this correctional healthcare role, you will provide vital dental care to inmates who rely on your expertise to address their oral health needs. You will be part of a professional healthcare team that values collaboration, accountability, and quality care. Experience the satisfaction of meaningful public service while enjoying the work-life balance that comes with a structured clinical setting.

This position leads and performs dental services for inmates while helping oversee daily operations within the dental clinic. The role also provides guidance to dental staff and supports quality, safety, and compliance standards. As a Dentist, you will perform the following duties:

• Patient Care: Conduct periodontal examinations, review medical histories and x-rays, diagnose oral conditions, develop treatment plans, and provide restorative and preventative dental services
• Clinical Oversight: Supervise Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, provide training, monitor work quality, and address performance concerns when needed
• Specialty Coordination: Consult with physicians, oral surgeons, and other specialists, arrange referrals, and assist with onsite specialty treatments
• Records Review: Examine schedules, patient records, laboratory information, referrals, prescriptions, and inmate requests to support effective operations
• Quality Management: Assess dental office practices, implement improvement efforts, prepare required reports, and help maintain operational standards
• Inventory Control: Maintain supplies and equipment and approve inventory requests

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch break. You will not be required to work evenings, weekends, or on-call duties.
• Eligible for full retirement benefits as early as age 55
• DEA License renewal and liability insurance is covered by the Commonwealth
• Up to 50 hours of additional paid leave for job-related continuing medical education
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Competitive, with potential for yearly incentive payments in addition to your standard salary. (Quality Assurance Payments)

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 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.

Special Requirement:

• You must possess a license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.