THE POSITION
Calling all dentists with a passion for providing top-notch dental care! If you believe in the importance of quality dental services for all, then a fulfilling career in public service awaits you!
At the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections (DOC), our dentists deliver basic dental care to our inmate population with compassion and professionalism.
As a dentist with us, you will experience:
Clinical autonomy and work-life balance, with Monday through Friday hours and no evenings, weekends, or on-call duties.
Collaborating with experienced auxiliary staff and receiving exceptional managerial support.
The opportunity to work in some of Pennsylvania's most picturesque areas.
Assignment flexibility with focus on work-life balance.
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.
Join our team and unlock your potential with an outstanding compensation package, including competitive income, comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off, health insurance, and an excellent retirement plan.
You would also be eligible for our yearly incentive payment (Quality Assurance Payment) based on years of service!
Excited to learn more? Check out the full position description for additional details. Join us in making a positive impact while enjoying a rewarding career in public service!
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will supervise the daily work of the institution's dental staff and be responsible for all aspects of the clinical dental services provided to the inmate population, including periodic examinations, diagnosing oral diseases, and treating injuries. You will provide basic dental care and perform all dental treatment; assist specialists in the performance of treatment and related duties while on-site; and assure that adequate security, tool control, and Toxic and Caustic Control are carried out within the dental office. You will also consult with and refer inmate patients to physicians, oral surgeons, and other health care professionals.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
Work hours: 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch break
Eligible for full retirement benefits as early as age 55
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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 be in possession of 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 Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements