Dentist - SCI Huntingdon; Part-time

The Position

As a Dentist for the Department of Corrections (DOC), you join a team dedicated to improving health and well‑being within the State Correctional Institution (SCI) s position provides a steady routine and opportunities to grow through continuing education. You will enjoy working alongside knowledgeable staff who value teamwork and high quality service. Choose a career path that supports personal balance and public service—apply today!

This role focuses on providing consistent and compassionate dental care to the inmate population at SCI Huntingdon. You will work closely with auxiliary staff while maintaining a reliable weekday schedule.

• Deliver basic dental exams and treatments for individuals in the facility.
• Evaluate oral health needs and determine appropriate treatment options.
• Coordinate with auxiliary staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Document dental findings and update patient records accurately.
• Guide patients on healthy oral care practices.
• Develop and implement appropriate dental treatment plans.

• Part‑time employment, up to 30 hours per week.
• The work schedule is to be determined; you will not be required to work weekends.
• Eligible for full retirement benefits as early as age 55.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Telework: you will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Hourly rate: in some cases, the hourly rate may be non‑negotiable. Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting hourly rate of $83.27 (before taxes).

• 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.
• License to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass a background investigation and meet CJIS compliance requirements.

• 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, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

• 711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.

• 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; otherwise, your score may be lower than deserved or you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

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.