Dentist

Job Title: Dentist

Location: Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women, Troy, Virginia

Employer: Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC)

Position Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $235,040 annually

About the Virginia Department of Corrections and Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women:

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) is committed to operating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. We provide a wide range of programs and services aimed at promoting positive change and successful reentry for individuals in our care. Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women (FCCW) is a maximum-security facility for female offenders, dedicated to providing comprehensive services, including quality healthcare.

Position Overview:

The Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated and skilled Dentist to provide comprehensive dental care services to the inmate population at Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women in Troy, VA. This is a rewarding full-time opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of an underserved population within a secure and structured environment. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, proficient in a wide range of dental procedures, and committed to upholding the highest standards of patient care and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a full range of dental services to an adult female inmate population, including examinations, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
• Perform routine and emergency dental procedures such as cleanings, fillings, extractions, root canals, and other necessary treatments.
• Develop and implement preventative dental care programs and provide oral hygiene education to patients.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential patient dental records in accordance with VADOC policies and industry standards.
• Ensure adherence to all infection control, safety, and security protocols within the dental clinic.
• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, correctional staff, and administrative personnel.
• Manage dental supplies and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and inventory levels.
• May supervise dental assistants and/or hygienists as part of the dental care team.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
• Current, unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Current DEA registration (if applicable).
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Ability to work effectively within a correctional environment and with a diverse patient population.
• Strong clinical, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical dental practices.
• Experience in a correctional or public health setting is preferred but not required.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Annual salary of $235,040.
• Cell Staff offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, which includes: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short-term/long-term disability, free life insurance up to $25,000, and pet insurance.

To Apply:

Interested candidates may apply via LinkedIn or submit their resume directly to jmergl@cellstaff.com.

Current Virginia state employees are encouraged to apply.

The Virginia Department of Corrections is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.