Dentist - GA

Job Description

We are seeking a Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Georgia starting Nov 3, 2025, working 8-hour day shifts. This role requires at least 1 year of advanced practice provider experience and US citizenship for ICE clearance. The Dentist will provide comprehensive dental care and ensure operational efficiency in a correctional setting.

Job Details

• Location: Georgia
• Start Date: Nov 3, 2025
• Provider Type Needed: Dentist
• Schedule: 8-hour day shifts

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive nursing care, including executing physician orders, dispensing and administering medications, and performing examinations and treatments
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess clinical problems and healthcare needs
• Record physical findings, formulate prognosis, and discuss cases with physicians and other health professionals to prepare patient care plans
• Recommend drugs and other forms of treatment within the scope of licensure
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and ensure early release when appropriate
• Verify cleanliness of equipment and work areas through personal efforts and supervision
• Assist in monitoring the provision of all required contractual services
• Maintain effective relationships with facility and nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies
• Utilize established corporate, facility, and correctional policies and procedures, applying sound independent judgment
• Evaluate provision of medical services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records; review files to ensure documentation of provided services
• Monitor potential catastrophic illnesses closely
• Recommend methods for improving operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness of health-related services
• Audit pharmacy use for adherence to formulary as required
• Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially regarding controlled substances
• Observe and record inmate or resident behavior
• Accept on-call status as required
• Provide health counseling and education on an individual or group basis
• Read, analyze, and interpret medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, and legal documents
• Review, process, and respond (with corporate counsel) to lawsuits; attend court hearings; conduct chart research; review status of inmates or residents with serious health problems
• Communicate effectively with administration, staff, inmates, residents, visitors, and the general public
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and promote effective communication within the medical unit
• Participate in multidisciplinary committee meetings to monitor healthcare service quality
• Work in confined areas, including rotating shifts and verifying security of doors and windows
• Evaluate and recommend safety requirements for staff and patients

Additional Information

• At least 1 year of advanced practice provider experience required
• US citizenship required for ICE clearance; candidates will undergo thorough background and credit investigation
• Required for submittal: universal cover page, vendor neutral resume/CV, license primary source verification

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.