Dentist
Job Description
Correctional Facility
NaphCare is hiring Dentist's (full-time and part-time) to join our team of professionals working with our patients in the Alabama Department of Corrections .
As a Correctional Dentist , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide dental care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs.
The Dentist is responsible for ensuring quality dental care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Responsibilities may include and not be limited to:
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Diagnosing, treating, and providing preventative care for patients
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Creating treatment plans and performing dental procedures, such as extractions and restorations
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Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices
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Maintain accurate and detailed patient dental records
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Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ oral health needs
Experience / Requirements / Qualifications
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Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or equivalent
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Experience in clinical dentistry and correctional settings preferred
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Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located
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Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
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Current DEA registration
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Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
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Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services
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Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
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Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
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Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
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Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
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Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
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Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Physical Capabilities:
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
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Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
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Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
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Lowest Cost Benefits!
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
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401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
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Tuition Assistance
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Referral bonuses
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Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
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Generous paid time off & paid holidays
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Free continuing education and CMEs
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NHSC / HRSA Approved Facility
If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, feel free to call me at704-728-1477.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
Experience / Requirements / Qualifications
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Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or equivalent
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Experience in clinical dentistry and correctional settings preferred
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Valid dental license in the state where the facility is located
-
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
-
Current DEA registration
-
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
-
Technical skills in providing a full range of dental services
-
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
-
Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
-
Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
-
Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
-
Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
-
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Physical Capabilities:
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
-
Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
-
Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
-
Lowest Cost Benefits!
-
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
-
401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
-
Tuition Assistance
-
Referral bonuses
-
Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
-
Generous paid time off & paid holidays
-
Free continuing education and CMEs
-
NHSC / HRSA Approved Facility
If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, feel free to call me at704-728-1477.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
Job Details
- Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
- Typical pay for General Dentist in Alabama: $150,000–$162,500 a year
- The middle half of 20 job posts in Alabama that listed pay in the last year, based on the lower figure of each posted range. Ask the employer what this role pays.
- Pay terms the listing states
- Pay terms not stated
- Specialty
- General Dentist
- Posted
- October 22, 2026
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