Dentist SCI Smithfield

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Smithfield Township (Bradford County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DEA license renewal covered by theem

Liability insurance covered by theCol

CME leave up to 50 hours

Relocation? not specified

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a dedicated Dentist at the State Correctional Institution Smithfield to provide dental care for inmates and lead the dental team. The role offers a stable schedule with 37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, and no evenings or weekends.

You will perform clinical evaluations, restorative and preventative procedures, patient education, and specialist coordination while ensuring infection control and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodontal exams, review histories, assess x-rays, and develop treatment plans.
• Provide restorative and preventative procedures while maintaining infection control standards.
• Explain preventative care and post-procedural instructions to patients.
• Consult with medical specialists and refer patients for advanced care when necessary.
• Lead and oversee dental staff, provide training, and support performance evaluations.
• Evaluate schedules, documentation, and dental office operations to improve quality and meet standards.

Skills

Clinical dentistry

Periodontal exam

Patient education

Staff leadership

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Job description

Are you looking for a clinical role with purpose, stability, and work-life balance? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a dedicated Dentist at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield. Here, your clinical skills directly improve the health, dignity, and well-being of inmates who relay on your care every day. Step into a rewarding position where you can practice meaningful dentistry alongside a collaborative health care team, supported by consistent, predictable scheduling that leaves your evenings and weekends free!

The Dentist supports SCI Smithfield by providing dental care, evaluating patient needs, and guiding the work of dental staff. This role ensures safe, accurate, and effective treatment for inmates while supporting facility operations. As a Dentist, you will perform the following duties:

• Clinical Evaluation: Conduct periodontal exams, review medical histories, assess x-rays, and develop treatment plans
• Dental Treatment: Provide restorative and preventative procedures while maintaining infection control standards
• Patient Guidance: Explain preventative care and post-procedural instructions to support patient understanding
• Specialist Coordination: Consult with medical specialists and refer patients for advanced care when necessary
• Staff Leadership: Lead and oversee dental staff, provide training, and support performance evaluations
• Operational Review: Evaluate schedules, documentation, and dental office operations to improve quality and meet standards

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

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)
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• 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.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.