General Dentist

General Dentist | Correctional Facility | Youngstown, OH

Flexible Opportunity | 30-32 Hours per Week | Locum, Locum-to-Perm, or Permanent

Looking for a straightforward general dentistry opportunity with a manageable patient volume and a consistent schedule? A correctional facility in Youngstown, OH , is seeking a General Dentist to provide essential dental care in a structured clinical environment. Whether you're interested in temporary locum coverage, a locum-to-permanent arrangement, or a direct permanent position, there's flexibility to find the right fit.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• ASAP start pending 4- 8 weeks of credentialing
• Schedule: 30-32 hours per week
• Patient Volume: Approximately 10-15 patients per day
• Employment Options: Locum/temporary, locum-to-permanent, or permanent
• Clinical Scope: Basic general dentistry with a focus on exams, fillings, and simple extractions
• Clinical Support: 1 Dental Hygienist, 2 Dental Assistants, and 1 part-time Dentist

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The dentist will provide essential general dental care to patients referred for treatment following an initial intake examination conducted by a nurse. Responsibilities include:

• Performing comprehensive dental exams on referred patients
• Providing fillings and other basic restorative treatment
• Performing simple extractions
• Evaluating patients' dental needs and determining appropriate treatment
• Referring more complex cases when treatment is outside the dentist's comfort level or the necessary supplies and materials are unavailable onsite

Note: Patients must be in the facility for at least one year before becoming eligible for routine dental care. The focus of this position is basic, bread-and-butter dentistry rather than complex procedures

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 1.5 years of clinical experience
• Active Ohio dental license or ability to obtain one
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Active DEA registration
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to treat a diverse patient population
• Comfort working in a correctional or institutional healthcare setting

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE?

If you're looking for a consistent schedule, a supportive clinical team, and a straightforward scope of general dentistry, this could be a great fit. Whether you're interested in short-term coverage or a longer-term opportunity, apply today to learn more!