Dentist

Naphcare, Inc. • Union Springs, AL

169d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a part-time Dentist to join its medical team at Bullock Correctional Facility in Union Springs, Alabama. The Dentist works alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide dental care to incarcerated individuals in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The role serves a diverse patient population with complex medical and dental needs and is responsible for ensuring quality care that protects patients’ rights, dignity, and health.

Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or equivalent.
• Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located.
• Active BLS CPR certification; AHA certification is preferred.
• Current DEA registration.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
• Integrity and professionalism, with the ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in clinical dentistry and correctional settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and provide preventive care for patients.
• Create treatment plans and perform dental procedures, including extractions and restorations.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient dental records.
• Collaborate with other medical professionals to ensure staff respond to patients’ oral health needs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one (listed for full-time employees).
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one (listed for full-time employees).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services (listed for full-time employees).
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting day one (listed for full-time employees).
• Tuition assistance (listed for full-time employees).
• Referral bonuses (listed for full-time employees).
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee (listed for full-time employees).
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays (listed for full-time employees).
• Free continuing education and CMEs (listed for full-time employees).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree