full-time 6 days ago
Dental Assistant SCI Camp Hill
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Camp Hill, PA 17011
36,108/yr
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Job Description
The Dental Assistant position with the Department of Corrections (DOC) gives you the chance to use your skills in a professional, fast-paced environment where your work truly matters. In this role, you help prepare treatment areas, assist with important procedures, and keep daily operations running smoothly for the dental team. Your steady focus, strong organization, and attention to detail help ensure every patient receives quality care. Join the dedicated staff at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill and take pride in delivering essential dental services that support the overall health of inmates.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports dental care services within the correctional setting by assisting the Dentist and preparing for daily procedures. You will help maintain efficient operations, ensure proper equipment readiness, and support accurate records and patient care. As a Dental Assistant, you will perform the following duties:
Chairside Support: Assist the Dentist during procedures by preparing tools, charting findings, and managing suction and irrigation
Procedure Preparation: Prepare workspaces, sterilize equipment, mix materials, and ready patients for treatment
Radiograph Processing: Take, process, mount, and evaluate dental radiographs for diagnostic quality
Impression Work: Take impressions and create diagnostic casts, ensuring proper quality and preparation
Record Management: Schedule appointments, maintain dental files, and ensure documentation accuracy
Patient Guidance: Explain preventative and post-procedure care instructions clearly and respectfully
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. You will not work evenings or weekends.
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 $36,108.00 (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 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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
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.
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.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Eligibility rules apply.
Pay: $36,108.00 per year
Work Location: In person
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports dental care services within the correctional setting by assisting the Dentist and preparing for daily procedures. You will help maintain efficient operations, ensure proper equipment readiness, and support accurate records and patient care. As a Dental Assistant, you will perform the following duties:
Chairside Support: Assist the Dentist during procedures by preparing tools, charting findings, and managing suction and irrigation
Procedure Preparation: Prepare workspaces, sterilize equipment, mix materials, and ready patients for treatment
Radiograph Processing: Take, process, mount, and evaluate dental radiographs for diagnostic quality
Impression Work: Take impressions and create diagnostic casts, ensuring proper quality and preparation
Record Management: Schedule appointments, maintain dental files, and ensure documentation accuracy
Patient Guidance: Explain preventative and post-procedure care instructions clearly and respectfully
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. You will not work evenings or weekends.
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 $36,108.00 (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 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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
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.
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.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Eligibility rules apply.
Pay: $36,108.00 per year
Work Location: In person
About Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Welcome to the Keystone State! The Commonwealth of PA offers rewarding careers in a wide variety of fields. Whether you're a lifelong resident or thinking about relocating, we think you'll agree that PA is a great place to live and work. Our State PA is home to a wealth of history, natural resources, cultural attractions, educational institutions, and other qualities that make it an attractive place to live and work for people from all walks life. Our state agencies help make PA a great place through programs and services that enhance the quality of life, promote economic growth and ensure public health and safety. Public Service Commonwealth employees are dedicated to public service and receive fulfillment from helping others. Our employees come to work each day knowing that their jobs contribute to improving the lives of Pennsylvanians and the effective operation of government. Additionally, many commonwealth employees are active in their communities, professional associations and programs such as the State Employee Combined Appeal, which raises millions of dollars for charities each year. Opportunities Statewide Many employees are headquartered in and around the capitol city of Harrisburg and a significant percentage of the workforce calls Central PA home. However, you can find commonwealth employees doing a variety of jobs across the state. With such a broad range of professions and opportunities for growth, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is an ideal place to begin or advance your career.