Department of Veterans Affairs

Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring: Dental Assistant in Sioux Falls

Department of Veterans Affairs, Sioux Falls, SD, United States, 57101

Summary

The dental assistant will be part of the Dental Service that provides restorative, endodontic, periodontal, removable and fixed prosthodontic, including implant restorative, and minor oral surgery procedures. The Dental Service is aligned under the Surgical/Specialty Care Service Line.

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

11/05/2024 to 02/03/2025

* Salary

$36,047 - $65,607 per year

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives MAY BE authorized for highly qualified applicants

* Pay scale & grade

GS 00

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

* Sioux Falls, SD 1 vacancy

* Remote job

* Telework eligible

* Travel Required

Not required

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

* Appointment type

Permanent

* Work schedule

Full-time

* Service

Excepted

* Promotion potential

* Job family (Series)

* 0681 Dental Assistant

* Supervisory status

* Security clearance

Not Required

* Drug test

Yes

* Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

* Trust determination process

* Credentialing

* Suitability/Fitness

* Financial disclosure

* Bargaining unit status

Yes

* Announcement number

CBSY-12595500-25-AMB

* Control number

817579900

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This job is open to

* Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

First area of consideration is current, permanent employees of the Sioux Falls, SD VA Health Care System to include its CBOCS, and, Veterans of the Canteen Service. Second area of consideration is employees of other facilities within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The public and other current, permanent federal employees should apply to: CBSY-12595501-25-AMB

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Duties

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Duties Include but are not limited to the following:

* Chairside Assisting:

* Sets up operatory for planned dental procedure and cleans dental unit for timely turnover

* Passes instruments safely, accurately and efficiently

* Keeps operative field clear of debris and retracts oral tissues effectively and comfortably

* Prepares dental medicaments and impressions within standard infection control protocols

* Assists in routine general dental procedures

* Assists in specialized dental procedures, such as oral maxillofacial surgery, endodontics, and surgical periodontics

* Dental Imaging

* Images are characterized by diagnostic quality, accurately oriented and exposed

* Dental imaging safety techniques are utilized and retakes are minimized

* Imaging requests are accomplished within the desired timeframe

* Infection Control and Equipment Sterilization

* Demonstrates proper infection control procedures in setting up and cleaning up operatories

* Instruments are properly prepared for sterilization by SPD standards

* Instruments are prepared in a manner that does not delay clinical care

* Demonstrates proper infection control procedures in exposing images

* Demonstrates skill/knowledge/ability to perform treatments, procedures and the use and reprocessing of reusable medical equipment appropriate to their assigned duties

* Clerical Functions:

* Assists in patients in scheduling appointments

* Assists in filling gaps in the doctor's schedule due to late cancellations and failed appointments

* Assists dentist in charting findings and treatment plans in patient records

* Uses word processing software to execute several office automations functions such as storing and retrieving electronic documents and files

* Locates appointments and properly completes all dental laboratory cards/tracks all pending patient lab cases for use during patient

* Patient Safety

* Modifies care as necessitated by patient's age and abilities

* Provides accurate and understandable instructions to patients

* Employee Education

* Complies with Employee Education requirements

* Completes mandatory annual safety training sessions

* Dental Laboratory Functions

* Pours impressions and prepares study models

* Makes final denture impression trays and prepares bite rims

* Direct Patient Care

* Remove sutures

* Impressions for diagnostic casts

* Coronal polishing of teeth

* Applies topical fluoride

* Care Coordination and Patient Management

* Actively involved in the case planning process

* Reviews scheduled patient's medical records and initiates necessary precautions

Other duties as required

Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:30am to 5:00pm and Friday 7:30-4:00pm with alternating Fridays Off

Telework: Not Authorized

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 000000

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May Be Authorized for Highly Qualified Candidates

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

* You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.

* 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.

* Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).

* Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

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.

Basic Requirements:

* United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

* Experience and Education

* Experience. Six months experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work, or provides familiarity with the work. OR

* Education. Successful completion of a 1-year dental assistant program accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on [Dental] Accreditation [(CODA)].

* Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying.

* Certification. Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75. Essentially, they must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation, and is accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education, and be certified as radiographers in their field.

* Provisions for Certification of Radiologic Competence

* Successful completion of the Dental Radiation Health and Safety Examination administered by the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc.; OR

* Successful completion of the Principles and Practice of Dental Radiology and Radiographic Safety courses and examinations developed by the Assistant Under Secretary for Health for Dentistry. OR

* Successful completion of a radiation health and safety program or examination approved by a state board of dentistry or the Department of Defense (DoD).

* Non-certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for certification of radiologic competence may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate dental assistant under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 (a) (1) (D). Failure to obtain certification during that period is justification for termination of the temporary appointment. This [will result in removal from the GS-681 series and] may result in termination of employment.

* BLS: Certification in basic life support methods is highly desirable

* Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). The American Dental Association (ADA) recognizes DANB as the national certification for Dental Assistants. DANB certification is not required, but highly desirable for the appointment of Dental Assistants up to and including the full performance level.

* Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019

* English Language Proficiency. Dental assistants must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part.

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates.

GS-3

* Experience or Education. None beyond the basic requirements.

GS-4

* Experience or Education. In addition to the basic requirements, 1 year of experience at the next lower level, OR 2 years of education above high school that included completion of a dental assistant program accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on [Dental] Accreditation [(CODA)]. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:

* Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* [Basic knowledge of infection control and safe instrument handling].

* Basic knowledge of dental procedures and [medical emergencies].

* [Ability to perform basic radiographic image capture and processing/retrieval].

* Basic knowledge of maintenance, care and storage of dental equipment.

* Basic knowledge of patient privacy requirements.]

GS-5

* Experience or Education

* In addition to the requirements listed at GS-4 above, applicants must demonstrate] at least 1 year of experience [equivalent to] at the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level. OR

* Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study that included or was supplemented by completion of a dental assistant program by [CODA.

* Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to meeting paragraph (1) or (2) above, the applicant must demonstrate the following KSA's:]

* Knowledge of anatomy and [ability to evaluate diagnostic quality] .

* [Broad knowledge of common medical emergencies and vital signs measurement].

* [Basic] knowledge of instruments, materials and standardized dental procedures [ ].

* [Ability to learn and utilize software programs used within VHA].

* [Basic communication skills to provide patient instructions according to established protocol].

GS-6 [Staff Dental Assistant (Full Performance Level)]

* Experience. At least 1 year of experience [equivalent to] the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the [following] technical KSAs [ ]:

* Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* [Ability to identify normal oral anatomy. 2.

* Advanced knowledge of instruments, materials, and standardized dental procedures used in all phases of restorative, surgical, endodontic and periodontal care and procedures.

* Ability to monitor and perform basic interpretation of vital signs.

* Ability to independently provide procedure-specific patient education and appropriate referral of patient concerns to treating dentist.

* Ability to capture standard and special dental images of good diagnostic quality in traditional or digital formats.

* Ability to perform maintenance on dental equipment used for routine and specialty dentistry.

* Ability to enter and retrieve data utilizing electronic dental records.

* Ability to perform dental assistant-appropriate laboratory procedures]

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-3 to GS-6.

Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on 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: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN OPEN CONTINUIOUS ANNOUNCEMENT AND ALTHOUGH THIS ANNOUNCEMENT REMAINS OPEN UNTIL February 3, 2025, WE WILL BEGIN SCREENING APPLICANTS ON November 12, 2024. WE WILL DO SUBSEQUENT SCREENINGS UP UNTIL THE ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSES OR UNTIL SELECTIONS ARE MADE AND THE JOB IS CLOSED

During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

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.

Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

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.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

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As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

* Resume

* SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

* Cover Letter

* RECOMMENDED: Responses to Knowledge, Skills and Abilities can be found under the Qualification Section of the Job Opportunity Announcement

* Performance Appraisal

* Professional Certification

* Resume

* SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

* Transcript

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

* How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/03/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12595500.

* To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

* Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

Amy Bakner

Phone 612-629-7180 Email AMY.BAKNER@VA.GOV

Address Royal C Johnson Veterans Memorial Hospital

2501 West 22nd Street

Sioux Falls, SD 57105

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Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

* Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

* Criminal history inquiries

* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

* Financial suitability

* New employee probationary period

* Privacy Act

* Reasonable accommodation policy

* Selective Service

* Signature and false statements

* Social security number request

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Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

* Resume

* SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

* Cover Letter

* RECOMMENDED: Responses to Knowledge, Skills and Abilities can be found under the Qualification Section of the Job Opportunity Announcement

* Performance Appraisal

* Professional Certification

* Resume

* SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

* Transcript

Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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How to Apply

* Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Agency contact information

Amy Bakner

Phone 612-629-7180 Email AMY.BAKNER@VA.GOV

Address Royal C Johnson Veterans Memorial Hospital

2501 West 22nd Street

Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

* Criminal history inquiries

* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

* Financial suitability

* New employee probationary period

* Privacy Act

* Reasonable accommodation policy

* Selective Service

* Signature and false statements

* Social security number request

* Email

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

11/05/2024 to 02/03/2025

* Salary

$36,047 - $65,607 per year

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives MAY BE authorized for highly qualified applicants

* Pay scale & grade

GS 00

* Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

* Sioux Falls, SD 1 vacancy

* Remote job

* Telework eligible

* Travel Required

Not required

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

* Appointment type

Permanent

* Work schedule

Full-time

* Service

Excepted

* Promotion potential

* Job family (Series)

* 0681 Dental Assistant

* Supervisory status

* Security clearance

Not Required

* Drug test

Yes

* Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

* Trust determination process

* Credentialing

* Suitability/Fitness

* Financial disclosure

* Bargaining unit status

Yes

* Announcement number

CBSY-12595500-25-AMB

* Control number

817579900

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/817579900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.