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Dentist – Placer County Corrections
Location:Whatcom County Jail
Schedule: Part Time
Pay Rate:$100-180/hour
Correctional Healthcare Partners is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dentist to join our team at Placer County Corrections on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a provider who values meaningful patient care, autonomy in practice, and serving an underserved population in a collaborative correctional healthcare environment.
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Health Services Administrator (HSA), on-site Medical Director, and CMD/CMO, the Dentist is responsible for providing comprehensive dental services while ensuring compliance with NCCHC, ACA, and community standards. The ideal candidate is clinically confident, adaptable, and committed to delivering quality care in a correctional setting.
Schedule
- Part-Time
- Flexible scheduling options may be available
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Dentist license in the State of Washington
- Current DEA registration
- Current CPR certification
- Minimum 2–3 years of dental practice experience
- Administrative or leadership experience preferred
- Correctional healthcare experience preferred, but not required
- Strong communication and computer skills
Responsibilities
- Provide routine and urgent dental care services
- Perform assessments, evaluations, and treatment planning
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Collaborate with medical and custody staff to support patient care
- Ensure compliance with all clinical, safety, and regulatory standards
- Support quality improvement initiatives and dental program operations
Physical Requirements
Candidates must be able to:
- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Lift up to 25 pounds
- Assist patients as needed
- Work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Maintain professionalism under pressure
Why Join Correctional Healthcare Partners?
- Competitive compensation at $100-180/hour
- Meaningful work serving underserved populations
- Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
- Consistent schedule with work-life balance
- Opportunity to make a direct impact in community health