Dentist

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-tier private school serving over 2,200 students from pre-K through 12th grade, all at no cost to the families. Founded in 1909 by Milton and Catherine Hershey, MHS provides a nurturing, career-focused education to children from disadvantaged backgrounds. With a fully endowed foundation, MHS ensures every student has the resources to thrive.

We're seeking a dedicated Dentist to join our school-based dental team. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact by delivering high-quality care to a pediatric population in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

What You'll Do

* Provide comprehensive dental care across three on-campus clinics.
* Perform exams, restorations, prosthodontics (crowns, bridges, implants, partials), limited endodontics, extractions, and emergency care.
* Conduct caries risk assessments and routine checkups.
* Deliver preventive and restorative treatments.
* Refer students to specialists when needed.
* Communicate professionally with parents/guardians.
* Support student well-being through compassionate care and behavior management.

Clinic Environment

* Each clinic includes 1 dentist, 2 Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioners, and 1 dental assistant or EFDA.
* Equipped with Dentrix Enterprise software, digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and select advanced tools (lasers, nitrous oxide systems).

Schedule & Compensation

* 10-month schedule with summers and school breaks off. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
* On-call rotation: 1 week every 3-5 weeks (Mon-Sun).
* On-call pay: $70/evening (M-F after 4 PM), $125/day (Sat & Sun).
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with employer contributions, paid time off, wellness programs, and free lunches.
* Location: Hershey, PA

* DDS or DMD degree.
* Minimum 3 years of experience in pediatric or general dentistry.
* Valid dental license in good standing.
* Anesthesia license (if administering nitrous oxide).
* CPR/AED certification.
* Up-to-date continuing education, including: Child Abuse Recognition (Act 31); Radiology/DEP; Pain Management & Opioid Prescribing.

Ideal Candidate
* Passionate about serving children from underserved communities.
* Committed to integrity and professionalism.
* Willing to engage with students beyond clinical care.