Dentist (Chief Dental Officer)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
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Dentist (#014493) Dental Services, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
RICHLAND, South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$148,626 - $148,626
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 31, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves providing dental care to inmates in a South Carolina prison, managing a dental clinic, and supervising dental assistants while following state guidelines.
A good fit would be an experienced dentist who is comfortable working in a correctional setting and enjoys leading a small team to deliver quality care.
It's ideal for someone licensed in South Carolina with a passion for public health in underserved populations.
Key Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited dental school
- Valid licensure to practice dentistry in South Carolina
- Current federal and state DEA registration
- Dental experience (minimum; 3 years preferred)
- Ability to provide direct dental care to inmates
- Supervision and management of dental clinic operations and staff
- CPR certification (preferred)
Full Job Description
Under the supervision of the Division Director of Dentistry:
- Will provide direct dental care to the assigned inmate population, while operating within the guidelines of SCDC's policies and procedures.
- Manages and supervises the operations of the assigned dental clinic to ensure compliance with appropriate standards.
- Manages and supervises the dental assistant assigned to the clinic.
- As directed by the Division Director of Dentistry, assists with providing dental care at other SCDC institutions as needed.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Requirements
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
Graduate from an accredited dental school with dental experience. Licensure to practice dentistry in South Carolina, current federal and state DEA.
Qualifications
Additional Information
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
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