Department of Veterans Affairs
Dentist (General Dentistry) - Section Chief
Department of Veterans Affairs, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
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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 November 7, 2025. The first cut-off date is October 17, 2025. Eligible applicants will be referred every 2 weeks until positions are filled.
The North FL / South GA Jacksonville VA Healthcare System's Dental Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Dentist (General Dentistry) - Section Chief. Our ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program.
The Dentist provides quality patient care in collaboration with other health care professionals. The Dentist (General Dentistry) - Section Chief will perform specific duties within his/her approved scope of practice. The Dentist will provide dental screenings, cleanings, X-rays, and fillings. The Dentist will also provide specialty dental procedures like root canals, restorations, and dentures.
Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
Possessing leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with other departments and other disciplines, including collaboration with other Section Chiefs and Section Supervisors throughout the NF / SG Dental Service Line
Being responsible for the supervision, administrative management, and direction of the staff dentist and dental hygienists. The Dentist (General Dentistry) - Section Chief may be delegated full administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the Dentist and Dental Hygienists' activities for the dental service.
Typical duties include, but not limited to :
Creating work assignments
Monitoring of staff dentist and dental hygienists' clinical performance
Conducting performance appraisals and other clinical and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Service Chief
Reporting to the Dental Service Chief and working closely with him/her to achieve duties as delegated
Being delegated for Dental Service Infection Control Representative
Being assigned as Delegation of Authority to verify and approve dental consults
Being responsible for Patient Advocate concerns
Overseeing Dental Providers' clinic coverage at local service level
Conducting Dental Service meetings, including monthly Dental Hygienist meeting
Ensuring productivity for dental hygienists is maintained at the established level
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
Work Schedule : Monday - Friday; 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 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 : Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized
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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 November 7, 2025. The first cut-off date is October 17, 2025. Eligible applicants will be referred every 2 weeks until positions are filled.
The North FL / South GA Jacksonville VA Healthcare System's Dental Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Dentist (General Dentistry) - Section Chief. Our ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program.
The Dentist provides quality patient care in collaboration with other health care professionals. The Dentist (General Dentistry) - Section Chief will perform specific duties within his/her approved scope of practice. The Dentist will provide dental screenings, cleanings, X-rays, and fillings. The Dentist will also provide specialty dental procedures like root canals, restorations, and dentures.
Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
Possessing leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with other departments and other disciplines, including collaboration with other Section Chiefs and Section Supervisors throughout the NF / SG Dental Service Line
Being responsible for the supervision, administrative management, and direction of the staff dentist and dental hygienists. The Dentist (General Dentistry) - Section Chief may be delegated full administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the Dentist and Dental Hygienists' activities for the dental service.
Typical duties include, but not limited to :
Creating work assignments
Monitoring of staff dentist and dental hygienists' clinical performance
Conducting performance appraisals and other clinical and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Service Chief
Reporting to the Dental Service Chief and working closely with him/her to achieve duties as delegated
Being delegated for Dental Service Infection Control Representative
Being assigned as Delegation of Authority to verify and approve dental consults
Being responsible for Patient Advocate concerns
Overseeing Dental Providers' clinic coverage at local service level
Conducting Dental Service meetings, including monthly Dental Hygienist meeting
Ensuring productivity for dental hygienists is maintained at the established level
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
Work Schedule : Monday - Friday; 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 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 : Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized
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