Dental Assistant - SCI Coal Township

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Dental Assistant for SCI Coal Township. This full-time role includes assisting in dental procedures, managing patient records, and providing care instructions to inmates. Ideal candidates will have a certification in Dental Assisting or relevant experience, and will contribute to the dental health of the incarcerated population. Apply today to join a dedicated healthcare team focused on improving oral health services.

Benefits

Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a dental office or clinic.
• Successful completion of an accredited Dental Assisting certificate program.
• Ability to explain preventative care to patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatments.
• Manage patient flow and maintain dental records.
• Perform dental laboratory procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Education

Dental Assisting certificate

Job description

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THE POSITION

Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity that utilizes your dental experience? Do you want to provide patients with a positive dental experience? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township is seeking an enthusiastic Dental Assistant. If you want to work with a professional team dedicated to top-notch oral care, then we want to talk you. Apply today!

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity that utilizes your dental experience? Do you want to provide patients with a positive dental experience? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township is seeking an enthusiastic Dental Assistant. If you want to work with a professional team dedicated to top-notch oral care, then we want to talk you. Apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Dental Assistant, you will work with experienced staff to provide essential dental services to our inmate population at SCI Coal Township. You will assist the dentist during examinations and treatments, manage patient flow, maintain dental records, provide chair-side assistance, and perform dental laboratory procedures. This role requires organizational skills to contribute to the overall functioning of the dental office as well as genuine compassion and professionalism to ensure the oral health of our inmates. In addition, you will e xplain preventative care and post-procedural care instructions to patients, s chedule appointments, and maintain records in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

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 a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $35,306 (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 Requirements:

• Successful completion of 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 Requirements:

• 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.
  
  

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’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail] .
  
  

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
  
  

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.

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