Part-Time Correctional Dentist - Public Health Impact

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Smithfield Township (Bradford County); On-site; USD 97,000 - 137,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DEA license renewal covered

Liability insurance covered by the (C)

Paid CME leave up to 50 hours

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections, is seeking a part-time Dentist at SCI Huntingdon to provide comprehensive dental care to inmates within a professional healthcare team. This role leads dental services, oversees staff, and ensures quality, safety, and compliance in daily clinic operations.

The position offers a structured clinical setting with no telework, retirement benefits eligibility, liability insurance, and DEA license renewal support.

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

• Lead and perform dental services for inmates and oversee daily clinic operations.
• Supervise Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists and provide training.
• Coordinate with physicians and specialists and arrange referrals for onsite treatments.
• Review schedules, patient records, and prescriptions to support operations.
• Maintain quality standards and prepare required reports.
• Manage supplies and approve inventory requests.

Skills

Dentistry

Patient care

Clinical supervision

Education

Graduation from an approved school of dentistry

License to practice dentistry PA State Board

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections, is seeking a part-time Dentist at SCI Huntingdon to provide comprehensive dental care to inmates within a professional healthcare team. This role leads dental services, oversees staff, and ensures quality, safety, and compliance in daily clinic operations.

The position offers a structured clinical setting with no telework, retirement benefits eligibility, liability insurance, and DEA license renewal support.