Dentist - North Secure Treatment Unit - Montour

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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! Watch this video to see how you can make a difference!

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.

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.
• 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 will not be 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…