Dentist

DentalPart-Time

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Job Description

Start A New Career with VitalCore Health Strategies!

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for a Part Time Dentist at El Dorado Correctional Facility in El Dorado, Kansas!

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

Dentist Position Summary

The Dentist provides dental services and directs patient care to inmates, clinical examination of admissions and as indicated, treatment of inmates' needs.

Dentist Essential Functions

  • Perform and interpret radiographic exams as indicated.
  • Provide dental treatment to include emergency treatment of the teeth and surrounding soft tissues such as oral surgery, restorative dentistry and periodontal therapy within the scope of a general Dentist including extractions.
  • Correction of significant oral problems, which may adversely affect inmate’s health as, deemed necessary.
  • Make proper referrals for procedures which cannot be performed at facility.
  • Report any unusual occurrences or accidents to the site or Regional Medical Director. Attend training and meetings as required.

Dentist Minimum Requirements

  • Maintains current DEA number.
  • Currently licensed in the state of Kansas.
  • Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
  • Must be a supportive team member, who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and team concept.
  • Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
  • Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
  • Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
  • Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

We’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: Dentist, Dentistry

Key Responsibilities

The Dentist provides dental services and directs patient care for inmates, including clinical examinations and emergency treatments. Responsibilities also include performing radiographic exams, conducting oral surgery, and making necessary referrals for specialized procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current license in the state of Kansas and maintain a current DEA number. The role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and the capacity to supervise personnel in a correctional environment.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Supervisory SkillsDecision Making

Dentistry Career Context

Of the 50 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 38% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Kansas is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.0% of Kansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs

401k / retirement match
78%
CME allowance
56%
Relocation assistance
22%
Sign-on bonus
19%
Loan repayment
19%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dentist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,154 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About VitalCore Health Strategies

Hospitals and Health Care
Topeka, Kansas
1,001-5,000 employees