Dental Assistant - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Huntingdon, PA

THE POSITION Are you eager to begin a meaningful public service career where your energy and enthusiasm support quality dental care? As a Dental Assistant with the Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield, you will help create a positive and efficient clinic environment. This role allows you to learn valuable skills while supporting safe and effective dental procedures. Your efforts will contribute to the health and well-being of the inmate population. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports dental services by assisting with procedures, preparing materials, and maintaining accurate records within the clinic. As a Dental Assistant, you will perform the following duties: Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures by preparing tools, charting findings, and managing suction and retraction Procedure Preparation: Set up workspaces, sterilize tools, mix materials, and position patients for treatment Radiograph Tasks: Expose, process, and evaluate dental radiographs for diagnostic use Model Preparation: Take impressions and create diagnostic casts by pouring, trimming, and evaluating quality Record Management: Schedule appointments and maintain accurate dental records and reports Documentation Support: Prepare laboratory forms, invoices, and referral paperwork and explain basic care instructions to patients 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 hours per week Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. 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 Requirement: This position requires the 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. 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. Work Location: In person

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