Dentist - North Central Secure Treatment Unit - Montour County
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Dentist - North Central Secure Treatment Unit - Montour County
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Dentist - North Central Secure Treatment Unit - Montour County
Salary
$155,795.00 - $195,248.00 Annually
Location
Montour County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2025-20362-33930
Department
Department of Human Services
Division
HS Bur Juv Jus Srvs Estrn Rgn
Opening Date
03/06/2025
Closing Date
3/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
33930
Position Number
50699426
Union
PDA
Bargaining Unit
T4
Pay Group
DR02
Bureau / Division Code
00210783
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services/Eastern Region
Worksite Address
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
Worksite Address
36 Kirkbride Drive
City
Danville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17821
Contact Name
HHS Intake Section
Contact Email
ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
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THE POSITION
If you have a passion for dentistry and a drive to help others, the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, North Central Secure Treatment Unit has an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dentist to join our team, where you will have the chance to make a positive impact on our residents' lives. As part of our dedicated staff, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our residents' oral health during their treatment and recovery journey. Join us and be a part of our mission to help our residents lead healthy and fulfilling lives!
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality dental care to residents at the North Central Secure Treatment Unit, the North East Secure Treatment Unit, and the Southeast Youth Development Center, located in the eastern region. In this role, you will provide a range of dental services under the general direction of the Eastern Region Director. Your main responsibilities will include conducting dental examinations, making diagnoses, and administering treatment to adjudicated juvenile offenders. You will also be responsible for educating residents on oral hygiene and providing post-treatment care. It is essential that you adhere to the latest guidelines and recommendations for dental care and infection control to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50699426) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
+ Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
+ Work hours will vary, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work hours and schedule may change based on operational needs.
+ 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.
+ Overtime and travel as operationally necessary
+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
+ FREE parking
+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary 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 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Special Requirement:
+ You must be in possession of a license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.
Other Requirements:
+ You must be willing to accept employment at North Central Secure Treatment Unit and commute to this location in Montour County, and be willing to travel to the North East Secure Treatment Unit in Luzerne County, and the Southeast Youth Development Center in Montgomery County.
+ PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currently waivedfor this title.
+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
+ A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
+ This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
+ Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
How to Apply:
+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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.
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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
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.
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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.
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*Eligibility rules apply.
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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.
Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
+ Yes
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Do you possess a current license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Dentistry Board?
+ Yes
+ No
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please list your license number and expiration date below. If you do not have a license, please list N/A in the text box.
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Have you graduated from an approved school of dentistry?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
+ Yes
+ No
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If you are within three months of graduating from an approved school of dentistry, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the text box.
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
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