Veterans Affairs
Dentist-Supervisory Prosthodontist
Veterans Affairs, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Overview
Summary This Supervisory Dentist - Prosthodontics is a licensed independent practitioner that practices following the specific approved facility privileges, and guidance derived from the Veterans Health Administration, the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center, and the Service Directives / Memorandums. All dentists are supervised by Section / Team Leader per assignment, and the Chief of Service. Duties and Responsibilities
Perform oral and radiographic examinations of the oral cavity. Diagnose pathological or irregular oral conditions. Administer local anesthesia. Perform routine and complex restoration of teeth. Perform simple and complex extractions of teeth. Perform alveoloplasty and other routine surgical procedures. Perform prosthetic dentistry to include immediate dentures, full dentures, partial dentures, crowns, and fixed bridgework. Perform routine endodontic procedures on single and multi-canal teeth. Perform routine and surgical periodontal procedures. Provide supervision of dental staff assigned to their clinic location. Responsible for clinic administration in compliance with VHA, Medical Center, and Dental Service Directives, Policies, and Procedures. Assist the dental service chief in everyday activities and requirements of dental service. Ensure all the clinical provider's evaluations are completed timely. FPPE / OPPE are up to date. Ensure all performance evaluations are completed on time. Review all consults and ensure they are scheduled promptly. Run the reports required to monitor clinical activities. Work Schedule
Work Schedule : Full-time; Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. Compressed / Flexible: May be available. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation / Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Conditions of Employment
All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background / security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be used as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the COVID-19 vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP). Qualifications
Dentist Basic Requirement A degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or dental medicine from an approved school as described, with licensure in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia; or equivalent licensure as required. Must maintain current registration if required for continuing licensure. Completed, or currently completing, a residency in general practice or specialty, or comparable experience treating medically compromised patients. Currently hold, or will hold, a current, full and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia. Preferred Experience : Prosthodontics; Board Certified / eligible Prosthodontist. Reference : For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements
This position may require periods of walking, standing, and sitting; some light lifting, reaching overhead, bending, stooping, and work in front of a computer. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, and able to shift priorities based on patient needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment. Work Environment
Majority of work is performed in a health care setting with adequate lighting, heating and cooling. Work may involve exposure to infection and possible contagious diseases. Standard precautions and isolation techniques will be employed as indicated. There may be occasion where response to physical and/or verbal abuse by patients requires knowledge gained from ongoing violence in the workplace training. Education
Note : Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. Foreign education requires a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript. Additional Information
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. Vaccination requirements and related guidance are described in the body above. Benefits and How to Apply
Benefits : A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and work schedule. How You Will Be Evaluated : You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications above. How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. Complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified. The application window closes on 12/31/2025. Required Documentation
To apply, provide a complete application package including resume and the documents listed below as applicable: Resume Cover Letter DD-214 / Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) License Other (1) Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Transcript Veterans' Preference: Eligible candidates may receive preference. See the vacancy for details and required documentation such as DD-214 and SF-15 where applicable. How to Apply — Additional
How to Apply: Apply online via USAJOBS. Preview questions at the provided link. Ensure you submit all required documents by the closing date. If you need assistance, contact VISN 19 HR. Agency Contact
VISN 19 HR Contact Center Phone: 719-227-4600 Email: V19USAJOBS@VA.GOV Address: VA Oklahoma City Health Care System, 921 Northeast 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104 Next Steps
After submission, you will receive a confirmation by email. Applications are reviewed for qualification and eligibility, a referral certificate is issued if applicable, and you will be notified of status by email. You may check status in USAJOBS. Note : Seasonal influenza vaccination is a condition of employment for all VA Health Care Personnel, with exemptions available for medical or religious reasons. HCP should follow vaccination guidance and accommodations process as needed.
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Summary This Supervisory Dentist - Prosthodontics is a licensed independent practitioner that practices following the specific approved facility privileges, and guidance derived from the Veterans Health Administration, the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center, and the Service Directives / Memorandums. All dentists are supervised by Section / Team Leader per assignment, and the Chief of Service. Duties and Responsibilities
Perform oral and radiographic examinations of the oral cavity. Diagnose pathological or irregular oral conditions. Administer local anesthesia. Perform routine and complex restoration of teeth. Perform simple and complex extractions of teeth. Perform alveoloplasty and other routine surgical procedures. Perform prosthetic dentistry to include immediate dentures, full dentures, partial dentures, crowns, and fixed bridgework. Perform routine endodontic procedures on single and multi-canal teeth. Perform routine and surgical periodontal procedures. Provide supervision of dental staff assigned to their clinic location. Responsible for clinic administration in compliance with VHA, Medical Center, and Dental Service Directives, Policies, and Procedures. Assist the dental service chief in everyday activities and requirements of dental service. Ensure all the clinical provider's evaluations are completed timely. FPPE / OPPE are up to date. Ensure all performance evaluations are completed on time. Review all consults and ensure they are scheduled promptly. Run the reports required to monitor clinical activities. Work Schedule
Work Schedule : Full-time; Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. Compressed / Flexible: May be available. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation / Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Conditions of Employment
All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background / security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be used as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the COVID-19 vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP). Qualifications
Dentist Basic Requirement A degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or dental medicine from an approved school as described, with licensure in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia; or equivalent licensure as required. Must maintain current registration if required for continuing licensure. Completed, or currently completing, a residency in general practice or specialty, or comparable experience treating medically compromised patients. Currently hold, or will hold, a current, full and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia. Preferred Experience : Prosthodontics; Board Certified / eligible Prosthodontist. Reference : For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements
This position may require periods of walking, standing, and sitting; some light lifting, reaching overhead, bending, stooping, and work in front of a computer. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, and able to shift priorities based on patient needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment. Work Environment
Majority of work is performed in a health care setting with adequate lighting, heating and cooling. Work may involve exposure to infection and possible contagious diseases. Standard precautions and isolation techniques will be employed as indicated. There may be occasion where response to physical and/or verbal abuse by patients requires knowledge gained from ongoing violence in the workplace training. Education
Note : Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. Foreign education requires a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript. Additional Information
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. Vaccination requirements and related guidance are described in the body above. Benefits and How to Apply
Benefits : A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and work schedule. How You Will Be Evaluated : You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications above. How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. Complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified. The application window closes on 12/31/2025. Required Documentation
To apply, provide a complete application package including resume and the documents listed below as applicable: Resume Cover Letter DD-214 / Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) License Other (1) Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Transcript Veterans' Preference: Eligible candidates may receive preference. See the vacancy for details and required documentation such as DD-214 and SF-15 where applicable. How to Apply — Additional
How to Apply: Apply online via USAJOBS. Preview questions at the provided link. Ensure you submit all required documents by the closing date. If you need assistance, contact VISN 19 HR. Agency Contact
VISN 19 HR Contact Center Phone: 719-227-4600 Email: V19USAJOBS@VA.GOV Address: VA Oklahoma City Health Care System, 921 Northeast 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104 Next Steps
After submission, you will receive a confirmation by email. Applications are reviewed for qualification and eligibility, a referral certificate is issued if applicable, and you will be notified of status by email. You may check status in USAJOBS. Note : Seasonal influenza vaccination is a condition of employment for all VA Health Care Personnel, with exemptions available for medical or religious reasons. HCP should follow vaccination guidance and accommodations process as needed.
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