Dentist - SCI Huntingdon

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Huntingdon County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to bring your clinical expertise to a rewarding role that offers personal fulfillment and dependable work-life balance? As a Dentist at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Huntingdon, you will have a chance to make a real difference by providing essential dental care. Your skills will support a secure and organized environment where inmates receive responsible and respectful treatment. Join a mission-driven team that values your dedication to quality service!

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.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions through exams, histories, x-rays, and treatment planning
• Provide restorative, preventative, and anesthetic care while maintaining infection control standards
• Work with medical and dental specialists and assist with onsite treatment needs
• Lead Dental Assistants and Hygienists, provide instruction, and evaluate work performance
• Examine office records, schedules, and procedures to ensure standards and resolve patient concerns
• Maintain supplies, approve requests, and ensure proper security and control measures

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
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree