Dentist (Periodontist)

Summary

VA Bedford Healthcare System (HCS) is seeking a Dentist with experience and competent in all phases of Periodontics including but not limited to; diagnostic procedures consistent with the practice of Periodontics and Dental Implantology, treatment of mild, moderate, or severe periodontal disease; surgical open flap debridement and osseous recontouring for the treatment of advanced periodontal disease.

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• The individual must be competent in assessment, diagnosis, treatment and post-treatment care in all the above areas. They must be able to manage medically complex patients and provide appropriate periodontal treatment.
• The individual will have experience in teaching. The Periodontist is directly involved with the supervision of the Dental Externs and has the responsibility for the development of the educational program and coordination of the program contents under guidance of the Chief of Dental Service. The Periodontist has oversight of the curriculum, seminar content and clinical experiences. This includes the didactic, and clinical teaching portions of the program.
• The individual must be able to work collegially with other dentists and physicians, and should possess the skills, both interpersonal and professional, to work with residents in Periodontics, other dental specialties and Advanced General Dentistry. Assignment includes advanced understanding and use of the computerized record system.
• Perform all types of periodontal treatment to restore oral health and function; Treat mild, moderate, and severe periodontal disease; Plan and place osseointegrated dental implants.
• Demonstrates proper infection control procedures and Reusable Medical Equipment Protocols Completes annual mandatory Infection Control Training.
• Modifies care as necessitated by patient's age and abilities (patient transfer and position).
• Participates in patient identification and time out per Joint Commission requirements; Monitors patient condition during treatment, being alert for signs of physical distress; Completes annual mandatory patient safety courses.
• Treatment of cosmetic and functional defects resulting from service trauma.
• Dentoalveolar surgery and complex dental extractions, treatment of orofacial infections and the treatment of orofacial trauma.
• Knowledge of the restorative aspects of dental implants and the treatment of peri-implant diseases and conditions.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

Work Schedule : Part-time

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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Conditions of employment

Qualifications

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.

Dentist Basic Requirements

Additional Requirements : Board Certification, completion of a CODA accredited training program in Periodontics.

Preferred Experience : MS / MSD advanced degree is strongly preferred

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Physical Requirements : Must be able to physically and mentally perform the duties in a hospital setting under normal and emergent conditions. Light lifting, under 15 pounds; Light carrying, under 15 pounds; use of fingers; both hands required; standing up to 1 hour per day; near / far vision correctable; hearing aid permitted. Environmental factors - working closely with others.

Education

Note : Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here : If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit :

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. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration / Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA / OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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