Supervisory Dentist (Deputy Chief)

• The incumbent provides leadership direction and technical expertise in the planning development implementation and evaluation of the clinical functions of the Dental Clinic.
• The incumbent confers and makes recommendations to the hospital administration pertaining to hospital policy initiation of new therapies or need for new equipment.
• Makes oral and radiographic examinations of the oral cavity and a diagnosis of pathological or irregular conditions.
• Performs restoration of simple and compound cavities with standard and prescribed material (cement amalgam silicate etc.)
• Practices prosthetic dentistry by studying patients mouth to determine type of restoration required; taking mouth impressions and bite registrations for crowns jackets dentures and bridges; trying temporary setups in patients mouth and fitting and inserting the finished appliances.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630 requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.

A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.

The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment the employee will be subject to adverse actions up to and including removal from Federal service.

On-call hours or standby duty may be required.

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Background Investigation Requirement:

This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):

Education

Applicants must have a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from a school approved by the American Dental Association (ADA) or the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

Licensure

Applicants must have passed the National Board Dental Examinations (NBDE) which are developed and administered by the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE) and possess a current full and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a State the District of Columbia the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or a territory of the United States.

Applicants who meet the above basic requirements qualify for the GS-12 grade level.

Experience

In addition to meeting the above education and licensure requirements applicants must have one or more full years of experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level performing professional dentistry work for GS-12 level and above assignments.

Qualifying experience involves the evaluation prevention diagnosis and treatment of diseases injuries and disorders of the oral cavity and maxillofacial area. Examples of dentistry experience may include the removal of decay; filling cavities; straightening extracting and repairing teeth; treating gum diseases; performing corrective surgery; making measurements/models for dentures to replace missing teeth administering anesthetics writing prescriptions; and performing other requirements of the position.

Some dentists specialize in an area such as but not limited to the following:

• Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Pediatric Dentistry
• Periodontics
• Prosthodontics
• Endodontics
• Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
• Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
• Dental Public Health

For the above specialty areas experience education board certification and/or training must clearly establish the applicants status as a specialist. Agencies should review the applicants experience to determine the types and difficulty of the cases dealt with the level of knowledge and understanding of the specialization regularly required the extent of diagnostic skills and treatment planning ability involved and the pertinent graduate study acquired.

Medical Requirement: Applicant must be able to distinguish shades of color.

Additional Requirements for the GS-13 (or equivalent) Grade Level

In addition to the above Basic Requirements for the GS-12 (or equivalent) level applicants must complete a 3-year residency program in dentistry oral health craniofacial sciences or a related medical science; or equivalent experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level and/or training.