Job Description

Our client is seeking a licensed and experienced Dentist to join their healthcare team within a correctional facility setting . This role provides a unique opportunity to deliver vital dental care to underserved populations in a secure, team-oriented environment.

You will be responsible for routine and emergency dental services, program oversight, and ensuring high standards of clinical care and compliance.

Salary range: $150,000 to $200,000 a year

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a wide range of dental services: exams, x-rays, cleanings, extractions, fillings, dentures, and anterior/premolar root canals.

• Diagnose oral conditions and create personalized treatment plans for each patient.

• Oversee daily operations of the dental program and ensure compliance with facility policies.

• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions.

• Maintain accurate and confidential dental records and billing documentation.

• Supervise and train dental staff, ensuring seamless collaboration with medical personnel.

• Monitor inventory of dental supplies and controlled substances in accordance with regulations.

• Uphold infection control protocols and maintain a clean, safe clinical environment.

• Coordinate external dental referrals and manage contract dental services as needed.

• Participate in operational planning, cost reviews, and process improvements.

• Ensure full compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.

• Support emergency response and participate in facility safety audits.

• Professionally communicate with facility leadership, staff, and external partners.

• Assist with legal inquiries or proceedings when required, in coordination with corporate counsel.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Dental Surgery (DDS) or Dental Medicine (DMD) from an accredited program.

• Current, unrestricted dental license in the state of employment.

• Minimum 1 year of clinical dental experience (correctional or public health setting preferred).

• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills.

• Comfortable working in a correctional environment and able to manage high-pressure situations.

• Valid driver’s license preferred (if required by the facility).

• Familiarity with correctional healthcare standards is a plus.

Why Join This Role?

This is a mission-driven opportunity for a compassionate and skilled dental professional to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals who often lack access to regular dental care. You’ll work in a supportive environment with strong administrative backing, structured protocols, and a focus on quality, safety, and respect.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work,

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