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full-time 3 months ago

Dentist - North Central Secure Treatment Unit

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

1120 Pike Street, Huntingdon, 16652
162,876 - 204,148/yr

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Job Description

JOB Join the Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services as a Dentist and make a positive impact on the health and confidence of young residents. This role allows you to provide meaningful dental care while supporting youth in a safe and structured environment. You will use your professional skills to improve oral health and teach good hygiene practices. This is an inspiring role where your expertise truly matters.

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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

This position provides dental examinations, treatment, and oral health education to residents across multiple facilities in the Eastern Region. As a Dentist, you will perform the following duties:

Dental Examinations: Perform exams, review x-rays, and provide cleanings and treatments for residents

Professional Treatment: Provide restorations, root canals, extractions, periodontal care, and infection treatment

Oral Health Guidance: Educate residents on hygiene practices and develop individual dental service plans

Infection Control: Implement sterilization procedures and ensure safe handling of equipment and materials

Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate documentation, summaries, and consent forms for all dental services

Team Collaboration: Provide consultation to staff and coordinate scheduling and follow-up care

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 hour per week

Work hours will vary, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

This position is headquartered at the North Central Secure Treatment Unit. You will rotate weekly between the three Eastern Region sites: North Central Secure Treatment Unit in Montour County, North East Secure Treatment Unit in Luzerne County, and the Southeast Youth Development Center in Montgomery County.

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 $162,876.00 (before taxes).

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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

SUPPLEMENTAL 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.

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.

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