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Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Duties

General Description: This is a position for a Full-Time Dentist at James J

Peters VA Medical Center (JJP VAMC) - Bronx - NY

The Licensed Independent Provider Dentist provides direct patient care within the scope of his/her Credentialing and Privileging consistent with his/her state dental license

The dentist provides direct patient care to adults with or without acute and chronic medical conditions as outlined in his/her individual approved privileges as established by the JJP VAMC Credentialling and Privileging Subcommittee of the Medical Executive Committee - providing diagnosis - treatment planning - and maintenance of the oral system

The dentist supervises dental residents in training at the JJP VAMC site

The position predominantly involves the provision of direct patient care

Dentist Functions: Provides comprehensive oral examination - including radiographs and radiographic interpretation - including cone beam CT - and diagnostic models Recognizes abnormal anatomy

Administers local anesthetics

Prescribes medication

Provides periodontal therapy - including scaling and root planning

Provides restoration of teeth and dental implants Provides fixed prosthodontics Provides removable prosthodontics

Provides occlusal guards Provides conservative management of temporomandibular joint dysfunction

Provides mandibular anterior repositioning devices for sleep apnea

Provides endodontic therapy

Provides extraction of teeth Serves as a consultant to other healthcare providers within the medical center and through Interfacility Consults

Supervises the work of and provides educational training to Dental Residents

Supervises the work of and provides educational training to Dental Hygienists

Provides emergency dental services Has administrative responsibilities through participation in clinical - educational and administrative committees - task groups or special projects - and performs other administrative tasks assigned to him/her by the JJP VAMC Service Chief or designee

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

8:00 am to 4:30 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive

Contact VISN2EDRPCoordinators@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance

Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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