Dental Assistant - SCI Phoenix

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their team in providing exceptional dental care within a correctional facility. This full-time position offers regular hours and no weekend responsibilities, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. You will work closely with experienced staff to deliver essential dental services, assist during treatments, and manage patient records. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others through dentistry, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of a diverse population while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a dental office or clinic.
• Successful completion of an accredited Dental Assisting certificate program.

Responsibilities

• Assist a dentist during examinations and treatments.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow.
• Maintain dental records and perform laboratory procedures.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Patient Management

Record Keeping

Chair-side Assistance

Education

Dental Assisting Certificate

High School Diploma

Tools

Dental Equipment

Radiation Health and Safety Training

Job description

THE POSITION

If you are interested in making a difference and contributing to the field of dentistry, the Department of Corrections (DOC) is looking for you! Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing exception dental care in a fast-paced environment. With regular business hours and no evening or weekend responsibilities, this is an excellent opportunity for a healthy work-life balance. Come be a part of our team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Phoenix and make a positive impact in the lives of others through dentistry.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Dental Assistant, you will work with our experienced staff to provide essential dental services to our inmate population in a compassionate and professional manner. Your duties will include assisting a dentist during examinations and treatments, scheduling appointments, managing patient flow, maintaining dental records, providing chair-side assistance, and performing dental laboratory procedures. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the oral health of our inmates and contribute to the overall functioning of the dental office.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition 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.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with 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 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 towww.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.