JOB
If you are a dentist who believes that quality dental care is essential for all people no matter their situation, we encourage you to maximize your individual and professional potential in an exciting public service career.
At the Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution, Coal Township, basic dental services are provided in a compassionate and professional manner to our inmate population.
As a Dentist in the DOC, you enjoy clinical autonomy and a balanced lifestyle.
We operate Monday through Friday during normal business hours.
There are no evening, weekend, or on call duties.
You work with experienced auxiliary staff and have excellent managerial support.
Many of our facilities are located in or near some of the most beautiful areas of Pennsylvania.
Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced dentist, apply today for this exciting opportunity!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Daily tasks include providing basic dental care to the inmate population and performing all dental treatment, assisting specialists in the performance of all treatment and related duties while onsite, and assuring that adequate security, tool control, and toxic and caustic control are carried out within the dental office.
You are responsible for consulting with and referring inmate patients to physicians, oral surgeons, and other health care professionals.
Other duties include supervising the work of the dental staff on a daily basis, including all aspects of the clinical services provided to the inmate population by DOC dental clinic staff.
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 work week.
Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
We offer an excellent compensation package, including competitive income, generous paid time off, health insurance, and an excellent retirement package.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
This position may be eligible for quality assurance program payments.
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.