JOB The Dental Assistant position with the Department of Corrections (DOC) gives you the chance to use your skills in a professional, fast-paced environment where your work truly matters. In this role, you help prepare treatment areas, assist with important procedures, and keep daily operations running smoothly for the dental team. Your steady focus, strong organization, and attention to detail help ensure every patient receives quality care. Join the dedicated staff at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill and take pride in delivering essential dental services that support the overall health of inmates.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position supports dental care services within the correctional setting by assisting the Dentist and preparing for daily procedures. You will help maintain efficient operations, ensure proper equipment readiness, and support accurate records and patient care. As a Dental Assistant, you will perform the following duties:
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Chairside Support: Assist the Dentist during procedures by preparing tools, charting findings, and managing suction and irrigation
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Procedure Preparation: Prepare workspaces, sterilize equipment, mix materials, and ready patients for treatment
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Radiograph Processing: Take, process, mount, and evaluate dental radiographs for diagnostic quality
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Impression Work: Take impressions and create diagnostic casts, ensuring proper quality and preparation
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Record Management: Schedule appointments, maintain dental files, and ensure documentation accuracy
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Patient Guidance: Explain preventative and post-procedure care instructions clearly and respectfully
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
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Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday. You will not work evenings or weekends.
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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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).
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
