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Dental Assistant

• SCI Somerset Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $36,831.00
• $54,162.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Somerset 1590 Walters Mill Road (Show on map) Sep 03, 2026 Salary $36,831.00
• $54,162.

00 Annually Location Somerset County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number

N-2026-57526

Department Department of Corrections Division CR SMR Med Opening Date 09/02/2026 Closing Date 9/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 33910 Position Number 00204362 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit N1 Pay Group ST03 Bureau / Division Code 00116630 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Somerset Worksite Address 1590 Walters Mill Road City Somerset, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15510 Contact Name Corleen Schmucker Contact Phone 717.562.5736 Contact Email cschmucker@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you excited to support quality dental care as a Dental Assistant with the Department of Corrections? This role lets you contribute to patient well-being through skilled assistance and organized clinic support. You will help create a smooth and professional environment for dental services. Apply today to join the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset and make a meaningful difference each day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports dental care services by assisting the dentist, preparing tools and materials, and helping manage patient records and documentation. It involves hands-on clinical support, administrative coordination, and clear communication with patients. As a Dental Assistant, you will perform the following duties:

Chairside Support:

Assist the dentist with procedures, chart findings, and manage tools and materials

Workspace Preparation:

Prepare and sterilize tools, mix solutions, and set up areas for dental procedures

Radiograph Processing:

Expose, label, and evaluate patient radiographs for diagnostic use

Impression Work:

Take impressions, pour casts, trim models, and evaluate final results

Record Management:

File, retrieve, and maintain dental records and reports according to policy

Patient Guidance:

Explain preventative care and post-procedural 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:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday

• Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary:

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,831.00 (before taxes). A higher salary may be established in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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:

One year of experience in a dental office or clinic; or

Successful completion of an accredited Dental Assisting certificate program; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

You must have successfully completed the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Exam as required by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.

Additional Requirements:

Successful completion of the training academy in Elizabethtown, PA.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. 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 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.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

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, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.