THE POSITION
Become a Dentist with the Department of Corrections (DOC) and take part in delivering high-quality dental services to those who need it most at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Houtzdale. You will work alongside skilled staff, receive strong administrative support, and experience dependable work hours. This role gives you the chance to grow professionally while contributing to community well-being. Build a rewarding career where your skills make a lasting impact!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position focuses on providing essential dental care and supporting overall inmate health through professional clinical practices. As a Dentist, you will perform the following duties:
- Dental Care: Deliver basic dental services to support the health and comfort of inmates
- Clinical Access: Work with support staff to ensure patients receive timely and appropriate care
- Professional Collaboration: Coordinate with auxiliary staff and management to maintain smooth clinic operations
- Care Assessment: Review patient needs and determine appropriate dental treatments
- Program Participation: Support departmental goals by contributing to quality assurance and clinical initiatives
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 5:00 PM, four days a week, with a 30-minute lunch break and rotating days off. You will not be required to work evenings 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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:
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
Work Location: In person
