Reference #: 4618314 THE POSITION We are seeking 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 Phoenix.

We provide attractive compensation, 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 no evening or weekend obligations. Our offices are dedicated to creating a positive experience for our patients, reflecting our commitment to excellence in dental care.    DESCRIPTION OF WORK 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, keeping accurate dental records, providing chairside assistance, ensuring the proper maintenance of dental office equipment, and executing various dental laboratory tasks.

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

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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 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 $36,773.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.

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.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Pr ference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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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.