Dentist (Part-Time) - Selinsgrove Center

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Selinsgrove (Snyder County); On-site; USD 97,000 - 137,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Selinsgrove Center is seeking a part-time Dentist to lead diagnostic, treatment, and coordination of dental care in a person-centered environment. You will contribute to treatment planning and work with interdisciplinary staff to support individuals across the Center.

The role requires graduation from an approved dental school, PA Board license, and the ability to operate within a Civil Service framework.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry.
• License to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.
• PA residency requirement is waived for this title.

Responsibilities

• Examinations, diagnose oral conditions, and provide preventive and restorative treatments.
• Perform fillings, extractions, minor oral surgeries, and take x-rays as needed.
• Fit, adjust, and finish dentures and other corrective devices.
• Contribute clinical input to ISPs and share information with medical team members.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and assist in reviewing dental policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to dental assistants and deliver in-service training to staff.

Education

Graduation from an approved school of dentistry

Within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree

Job description

Salary

$84.94 Hourly

Location

Snyder County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Part-Time

The Position

Do you want to use your dental expertise to improve the health and well-being of individuals as a part-time Dentist with the Department of Human Services? In this position, you take the lead in diagnosing, treating, and coordinating dental care in a supportive, person-centered environment at Selinsgrove Center. You contribute to treatment planning and work closely with interdisciplinary staff. Join a team where your dedication to quality care supports individuals across the Center.

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Description of Work

This role provides comprehensive dental care, including diagnosis, treatment, and preventive services for individuals residing at Selinsgrove Center. It supports person-centered planning and ensures that dental services meet all regulatory and clinical standards. As a Dentist, you will perform the following duties:

• Dental Care: Conduct examinations, diagnose oral conditions, and provide preventive and restorative treatments for individuals
• Treatment Procedures: Perform fillings, extractions, minor oral surgeries, and take x-rays as needed
• Prosthetic Services: Fit, adjust, and finish dentures and other corrective devices
• Care Planning: Contribute clinical input to Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and share information with medical team members
• Documentation Duties: Maintain accurate clinical records and assist in reviewing dental policies and procedures
• Training and Oversight: Provide guidance to dental assistants and deliver in-service training to staff

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time employment, 22.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch, scheduled for two to three days each week.
• Overtime: As needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Hourly Rate:In some cases, the hourly rate may be non-negotiable.
• 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:

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three 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:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

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).

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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.