Dentist - SCI Smithfield

The Position

Are you looking for a clinical role with purpose, stability, and work-life balance? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a dedicated Dentist at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) e, your clinical skills directly improve the health, dignity, and well-being of inmates who rely on your care every day. Step into a rewarding position where you can practice meaningful dentistry alongside a collaborative health care team, supported by consistent, predictable scheduling that leaves your evenings and weekends free!

The Dentist supports SCI Smithfield by providing dental care, evaluating patient needs, and guiding the work of dental staff. This role ensures safe, accurate, and effective treatment for inmates while supporting facility operations. As a Dentist, you will perform the following duties:

• Clinical Evaluation: Conduct periodontal exams, review medical histories, assess x-rays, and develop treatment plans
• Dental Treatment: Provide restorative and preventative procedures while maintaining infection control standards
• Patient Guidance: Explain preventative care and post-procedural instructions to support patient understanding
• Specialist Coordination: Consult with medical specialists and refer patients for advanced care when necessary
• Staff Leadership: Lead and oversee dental staff, provide training, and support performance evaluations
• Operational Review: Evaluate schedules, documentation, and dental office operations to improve quality and meet standards

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.

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:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI…