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
•    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 
 

Qualifications
•    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.