Dentist - Torrance State Hospital

Salary : $155,795.00 - $195,248.00 Annually

Location : Westmoreland County, PA

Job Type : Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number : CS-2025-18426-33930

Department : Department of Human Services

Division : HS Torrance St Hosp

Opening Date : 02 / 11 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 25 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Code : 33930

Position Number : 00055646

Union : PDA

Bargaining Unit : T4

Pay Group : DR02

Bureau / Division Code : 00210973

Bureau / Division : Department of Human Services / Torrance State Hospital

Worksite Address : 121 Longview Drive

City : Torrance, Pennsylvania

Zip Code : 15779

Contact Name : Sandra Schleicher

Contact Email : saschleich@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you a dentist with a commitment for helping others? If so, Torrance State Hospital is eager to welcome you to their staff. In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize your skills and help some of the most vulnerable citizens. These full-time positions operate during normal business hours with no evening or weekend responsibilities. In this role, you will have the opportunity to deliver a positive experience for our patients and work alongside other dedicated professionals. Join our team and help us keep our patients healthy on their treatment and recovery journey.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Dentist at Torrance State Hospital, you will be responsible for providing a comprehensive program of oral and dental examination, diagnosis, and treatment for all patients at the hospital. You will have the opportunity to provide consultative services to the Medical Staff regarding dental and oral diseases, deficiencies, malformations, or disabilities and provide recommendations for plans of treatment. If you are passionate about dentistry, we invite you to apply today!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 7 : 00 AM to 3 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Floating hours according to needs of the hospital.
• Overtime and travel as needed.
• 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 :

Special Requirement :

Other Requirements :

Legal Requirements :

Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply :

Veterans :

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) :

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

your score may be lower than deserved.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short !

See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work / Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.

01

You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.

Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience / training / certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our

02

Do you possess a current license to practice dentistry issued by the Pennsylvania State Dentistry Board?

03

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please list your license number and expiration date below. If you do not have a license, please list N / A in the text box.

04

Have you graduated from an approved school of dentistry?

If you are claiming credits / degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

05

If you are within three months of graduating from an approved school of dentistry, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please type N / A in the text box.

Required Question