Dental Assistant - SCI Forest

We invite dynamic and motivated individuals to become part of our dental team at the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, specifically at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) in Forest.

Our organization provides an attractive compensation package, a supportive team atmosphere, ample paid time off, comprehensive health insurance, a robust retirement plan, and complimentary parking. Our facilities function from Monday to Friday during standard business hours, ensuring that there are no evening or weekend obligations. We are dedicated to creating a positive experience for our patients, and we believe that your enthusiasm and energy can contribute significantly to this mission.

In the role of a Dental Assistant within the Department of Corrections, you will collaborate closely with our skilled Dentists to deliver essential dental care to our inmate population, ensuring that services are rendered with both professionalism and empathy. Your responsibilities will include supporting the Dentist during patient examinations and treatments, coordinating appointment schedules, overseeing the daily patient workflow, and maintaining accurate dental records. Additionally, you will provide chairside assistance, ensure the proper functioning of dental office equipment, and carry out various dental laboratory tasks.

If you possess the necessary qualifications and are eager to embark on a rewarding career in dentistry, we invite you to connect with the Department of Corrections.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $35,306.00 (before taxes). In some cases, the starting salary may be negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience in a dental office or clinic; or
• Successful completion of an accredited Dental Assisting certificate program; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• You must have successfully completed the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Exam as required by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.