PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE ANNOUNCEMENT TO ENSURE YOU UNDERSTAND THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET. This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and will remain on file through 12/31/2026. The first cut-off date is 5/15/2026 . Eligible applicants will then be referred every 2 weeks until position is filled. Applications will only be accepted from all U.S. Citizens
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: United States Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen. Education: Degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or Dental Medicine resulting from a course of education in dentistry. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: United States and Canadian schools of dentistry listed by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), in the list published for the year in which the course of study was completed. Schools (including foreign schools) accepted by the licensing body of a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia as qualifying for full and unrestricted licensure provided the licensure requirements include a written examination measuring science achievement and a performance examination measuring clinical competence certification, and must obtain a copy of the ECFMG certificate, if claimed by the applicant. Licensure and Registration: Currently hold, or will hold, a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Note: Dentists must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active, current licensure. English Language Proficiency: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. Preferred Experience: Board Certified Dentist with experience as a Clinical Service Director or Clinical Service Chief leading a variety of dental health care professionals and allied staff including but not limited to; dentists, dental assistants, and administrative staff. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Must pass a pre-employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019. This examination is administered by VA Occupational Health. This position requires moderate lifting up to 44 lbs., carrying objects up to 15 lbs., frequent reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, hands and legs, use of cranes and motor vehicles, walking, and standing up to 8 hours, bending and climbing and able to hear whisper. The incumbent must be physically, emotionally, and mentally stable in order to efficiently perform the essential functions of this position without hazard to themselves or others.
The Chief, Dental Service shall be knowledgeable of all disciplines of clinical dentistry, provides quality patient care in collaboration with other health care professionals. The Dentist Service Chief should also possess the expertise and competency to perform their specific scope of practice defined through the medical center credentialing and privileging process. Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Clinical Dentistry - practice of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, jaws, and human oral cavities and its adjacent tissues and structures. It is comprised of the following disciplines: Oral Surgery - Dental discipline that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of oral conditions requiring surgical interventions including uncomplicated removal of teeth, recontouring of the alveolus, and other routine hard and soft tissue oral surgical procedures. Prosthodontics - Dental discipline of making artificial replacements for missing parts of the mouth and jaw. Periodontics - Dental discipline that deals with diseases of the supporting and investing structures of the teeth including the gums, cementum, periodontal membranes and alveolar bone. Endodontics - Dental discipline concerned with diseases of the pulp. Orthodontics - Dental discipline dealing with irregular alignment/relationship of the teeth/jaw and their correction. Administrative Duties: Maintains Service compliance with VHA Handbooks and Directives, VISN Policies, Medical Center Memorandum and Service Policies and Procedures pertinent to dental clinic management. Responds to Congressional inquiries regarding issues germane to the Dental Service Compliant with accreditation standards, including IG, Joint Commission, and other applicable survey/oversight entities. Compliant with Safety and Environment of Care (EOC) standards and programs. Prepares and annual gap analysis to assess demand versus capacity. Projects Dental Service workforce levels to meet current and future dental demand. Assesses equipment and space needs for the Dental Service. Prepares the Service annual budget and management briefing incorporating the gap analysis, workforce projections including contracts if applicable and equipment/space needs. Collaborates with DSS to ensure appropriate labor mapping of all Dental Service staff. Manages overtime in compliance with facility policy. Manages the Dental Fee Base Program in compliance with applicable VHA and local policies. Utilizes system redesign principles to promote organizational improvement, integrate quality metrics to monitor and improve performance, as well as optimize overall Service efficiency and effectiveness VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor. The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs). Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized