Dentist - GA

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Georgia starting Sep 15, 2025. This six-month opportunity offers 8-hour day shifts and focuses on providing comprehensive dental care within a correctional facility setting. The assignment is 120 days in length and offers a unique chance to make a difference for a specialized patient population while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Job Details

• Location: Georgia
• Start Date: Sep 15, 2025
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Dentist
• Schedule: 8-hour day shifts; fingerprinting on first day, eligible for guaranteed hours while clearance is pending

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform routine dental treatments including examinations, x-rays, fillings, extractions, cleanings, dentures, and root canals
• Diagnose and develop dental treatment plans for inmates/residents
• Develop, coordinate, and supervise the dental program, including education on dental disease prevention
• Recruit, schedule, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate staff
• Consult with healthcare staff and coordinate specialized or emergency dental care as needed
• Control and inventory medications, syringes, dental instruments, and supplies according to established procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and enforce sanitation and infection control methods
• Prepare and maintain dental files, records, reports, and logs accurately and securely
• Routinely audit dental files for documentation of provided services
• Monitor and coordinate contract and external dental services
• Screen and approve/disapprove record requests per policy and procedures
• Provide input for dental budget and identify financial responsibilities for incurred expenses
• Complete dental billing logs and assist in billing reviews
• Evaluate and recommend methods for improving operational efficiency and cost effectiveness
• Audit pharmacy use and ensure compliance with pharmacy laws, especially for controlled substances
• Observe and record inmate/resident behavior
• Maintain and order equipment and supplies, inspect for contraband, and ensure secure storage or disposal
• Monitor safety requirements and practices; prepare safety and accident reports; respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies
• Communicate effectively with administration, staff, inmates/residents, visitors, and the public
• Review, process, and respond to lawsuits; attend court hearings; conduct chart research as needed

Additional Information

• Must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of correctional custody methods, facility rules, and regulations required
• At least one year of relevant experience preferred
• Must be licensed to practice dentistry in Georgia

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.