Dentist #00049: River North Correctional Center
Listed on 2026-08-13
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Dental / Dentistry
Dentistry / General Dentist, Healthcare Consultant
Title: Dentist #00049:
River North Correctional Center
State Role
Title:
Dentist I
Hiring Range: $154,500 - $215,061
Pay Band: 6
Agency: Dept of Corr
- Central Admin
Location: River North Corr Center
Agency Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-opportunities
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties$10,000 Sign-On Bonus or up to $10,000 Student Loan Repayment may be available for eligible new hires.
A Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) Dentist operates a Dentist Office Practice within a correctional facility and will be a member of the VADOC Mobile Dental Unit, a unit that travels to other facilities and field units in the geographical area of the Dentist’s base facility. Primary duties include providing routine and emergency dental care to adult offenders with assistance from Dental Assistant(s) and Dental Hygienist(s).
The Dentist supervises Dental Assistant(s) and provides clinical supervision for Dental Hygienist(s). Performs routine dental treatment including examining teeth and gums for cavities, infections, and diseases; takes necessary x-rays; performs fillings and extractions as warranted. Diagnoses and develops treatment plans for patients. Responsible for the full range of dental care and education provided to patients, including prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injury, and deformities of the oral cavity.
Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.
- Degree in dental surgery (D.D.S.) or dental medicine (D.M.D.) from a school approved by the Council on Dental Education, American Dental Association (ADA). Other dental schools are acceptable provided the education and knowledge acquired was substantially equivalent to that of graduates from an ADA approved school.
- Licensed to practice Dentistry in Virginia.
- Controlled Substances Certificate from the Drug Enforcement Administration.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose and treat oral health issues and inform patients on preventive care and treatment.
- Ability to travel to surrounding institutions and field units as part of the Mobile Dental Unit, providing dental care and oral healthcare to patients at those sites.
- Ability to diagnose conditions using advanced technologies including radiography and computer-generated imaging.
- Experience with restoration and replacement of teeth damaged from decay, trauma, or disease.
- Working knowledge of general dentistry.
- Ability to communicate orally and in written form in a professional manner.
- Previous supervisory experience or work experience training and supervising dental staff.
- Experience providing dental care and treatment in a dentist office, military, or correctional setting.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. Ameri Corps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. More information:
Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program
- Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
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