Dentist - SCI Chester

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Delaware County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dentist position with the Department of Corrections offers a meaningful way to support public health while strengthening your professional path. This role at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Chester offers clinical autonomy, assignment flexibility that supports work-life balance, and excellent support from a dedicated team in a stable clinical setting. This position focuses on providing essential dental care and overseeing daily operations within the correctional setting.

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 diseases, and deliver dental treatment to inmates
• Supervise the daily work of assigned dental staff
• Assist specialists during on-site procedures
• Maintain required tool control, security measures, and material handling procedures
• Consult with and refer patients to physicians, oral surgeons, and other health care professionals

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