Dentist - SCI Forest

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Forest County, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Dentist with the Department of Corrections (DOC), you can build a rewarding career focused on patient care and service. Working at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Forest gives you the chance to make a difference every day by providing essential dental treatment. This position offers dependable hours, assignment flexibility that supports work-life balance, and a skilled, professional team. Become part of a workplace where your skills truly matter. This role focuses on providing essential, effective dental care to the inmate population and guiding the work of the dental team. Your efforts support both patient well-being and the overall operation of the institution.

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.
• Possess a license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.

Responsibilities

• Provide examinations, diagnose oral conditions, and deliver all basic dental care
• Supervise daily tasks of dental staff and ensure proper care standards are followed
• Consult with and refer patients to physicians, oral surgeons, and other specialists as needed
• Follow security procedures and maintain proper tool control and safety protocols within the dental office
• Assist specialists on-site and work closely with auxiliary staff to support patient care

Benefits

• 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
• Competitive salary, with potential for yearly incentive payments in addition to your standard salary. (Quality Assurance Payments)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level