Dentist (Part-Time) - SCI Huntingdon

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 97,000 - 137,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a part-time Dentist at SCI Huntingdon to deliver essential dental care to inmates. The role focuses on clinical examinations, treatment planning, and maintaining quality patient care in a secure, supportive environment.

You will oversee dental staff, implement infection control standards, and contribute to operational efficiency while coordinating with the Department of Corrections.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry.
• License to practice dentistry in PA (PA State Board).
• Ability to supervise dental staff and maintain clinical operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental evaluations and diagnose conditions; create treatment plans.
• Provide restorative and preventive care; ensure infection control standards.
• Lead Dental Assistants and Hygienists; provide training.
• Inspect schedules, records, and documentation for quality.
• Evaluate clinic operations and prepare reports for improvement.
• Maintain inventory with proper security and control.

Skills

Dental knowledge

Infection control

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

DDS/DMD or equivalent

Job description

Salary

$84.94 Hourly

Location

Huntingdon County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Part-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-56479-33930

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR HUN Med

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

9/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

33930

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

PDA

Bargaining Unit

T4

Pay Group

DR02

Bureau / Division Code

00114230

Bureau / Division

SCI Huntingdon

Worksite Address

1100 Pike Street

City

Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16654

Contact Name

Yen Le

THE POSITION

The Dentist position with the Department of Corrections (DOC) offers a unique chance to provide essential dental care to inmates who rely on your expertise. This role lets you use your clinical skills in a focused, supportive environment where patient needs are clear and consistent. You help improve oral health and provide guidance that strengthens long-term wellness. Join the team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Huntingdon and make a strong impact through quality care.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on providing dental care, overseeing dental staff, and maintaining safe and efficient clinical operations. It plays a key role in supporting oral health for inmates through treatment, evaluation, and clear communication. As a Dentist, you will perform the following duties:

• Clinical Examinations: Perform dental evaluations, diagnose conditions, and create treatment plans for inmates
• Preventative Care: Provide restorative and preventative treatments and ensure infection control standards are met
• Staff Supervision: Lead Dental Assistants and Hygienists, provide training, and review work performance
• Operational Review: Inspect schedules, records, and documentation to maintain quality and respond to patient concerns
• Quality Improvement: Evaluate clinic operations and prepare required reports to support continuous improvement
• Supply Management: Maintain and approve inventory items while ensuring proper security and control

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time employment, up to 30 hours per week
• Work hours are to be determined. You will not be required to work weekends.
• Eligible for full retirement benefits as early as age 55
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Hourly Rate: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting hourly rate of $84.94 hourly (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirement

• You must possess a license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.

Other Requirements

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• 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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.