Dentist - Central Region

About the role

This position provides professional dental services to adjudicated youth across several residential facilities. The role focuses on clinical care, education, and safe, organized dental practices.

Responsibilities

• Dental Examinations: Perform exams, interpret x-rays, identify conditions, and deliver appropriate treatments to residents
• Clinical Procedures: Provide cleanings, restorations, root canals, extractions, and periodontal care using proper methods and instruments
• Treatment Planning: Develop dental service plans, guide oral hygiene programs, and complete documentation for each resident
• Safety Practices: Implement sterilization, infection control, radiology safeguards, and equipment maintenance to ensure a secure environment
• Team Collaboration: Consult with nursing staff, orthodontists, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate schedules, referrals, and resident care
• Record Management: Maintain accurate dental records, prepare reports, and uphold required standards in all documentation

Requirements

This position requires a license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry. PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of dentistry
• Special Requirement: Possession of a license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry
• Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title

Benefits

No specific benefits are listed in the job posting.

Pay

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $166,143.00 (before taxes).

Schedule

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week. Work hours will vary, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. You will alternate working one week at Loysville Youth Development Center (LYDC) and split your time one week between Youth Forestry Camp 3 (YFC3) and South Mountain Secure Treatment Unit (SMSTU).

Contact Information

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How to Apply

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.