Dentist - SCI Laurel Highlands

THE POSITION

Calling all dentists with a passion for providing top‑notch dental care! If you believe in the importance of quality dental services for all, then a fulfilling career in public service awaits you! Join the Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands as a Dentist and provide essential dental services in a safe and structured environment that directly improves patient well‑being.

This role offers clinical autonomy, assignment flexibility that supports work‑life balance, and excellent support from staff and management. Apply today to build a rewarding career with an agency that values professionalism and care.

This position oversees dental services within the institution and ensures that inmates receive proper examinations, treatment, and follow‑up care. The role supports daily operations by supervising dental staff, providing clinical services, and maintaining a safe and secure work environment.

• Dental Examinations:
  Conduct oral exams, diagnose dental conditions, and determine appropriate treatment options
• Clinical Treatment:
  Provide routine dental procedures, treat injuries, and perform restorative work for inmate patients
• Staff Oversight:
  Supervise dental personnel and ensure safe, secure, and compliant operations in the dental office
• Specialist Coordination:
  Consult with and refer patients to physicians, oral surgeons, and other health professionals when needed
• Tool and Safety Control:
  Monitor tool use, maintain security practices, and follow established safety procedures
• Record Management:
  Document dental care, treatment plans, and patient progress according to policy requirements

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 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.

• 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.

• You must possess a license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.

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

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

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711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.