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THE POSITION

 

The Department of Corrections invites skilled dentists who take pride in delivering high-quality patient care to join its mission-driven team. If you are committed to providing reliable dental services that help others maintain their health, this career pathway offers fulfillment, clinical autonomy, and a healthy work-life balance. As a Dentist in this role, you will play a key part in supporting essential dental treatment at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Huntingdon. Apply today to become part of a team that values professionalism, integrity, and service to others.



 

 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

 

This position focuses on providing essential dental care and overseeing daily operations within the correctional setting. As a dentist with the Department of Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

  • Clinical Care: Provide examinations, diagnose oral diseases, and deliver dental treatment to inmates
  • Staff Oversight: Supervise the daily work of assigned dental staff
  • Treatment Support: Assist specialists during on-site procedures
  • Security Compliance: Maintain required tool control, security measures, and material handling procedures
  • Patient Consultation: Consult with and refer patients to physicians, oral surgeons, and other health care professionals


 

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.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.