The incumbent will be responsible for performing the duties of a dental assistant in an outpatient dental clinic. John D. Dingell VA Outpatient dental clinic provides a full range of ambulatory health care services to eligible veterans.
The incumbent will demonstrate professionalism by treating all internal and external customers with respect and accountability. He/ she maintains relationships with coworkers which permit teamwork, cooperation, resource sharing, and problem solving. Assists dentists in routine procedures and procedures with increasing complexity including endodontic procedures, oral surgery, implant placement, and periodontal procedures with guidance from more experienced staff members.
The incumbent will assist the dentist as assigned and provide additional support to other assistants and co-workers during the workday. The dental assistant utilizes the techniques of four-handed dentistry in the dental operatory. Duties included but not limited to: Dental Imaging: Processes basic dental radiographs with supervision as needed reviewed by the treating dentist. Shows skill in operating and adjusting Planmeca and Scan-X Systems.
Demonstrates competency and working knowledge of MIPACS system with guidance from more experienced users and direct supervision. Images are characterized by diagnostic quality and proper orientation, Saves digital imaging to electronic medical records under direct supervision. Utilizes dental-imaging safety techniques and minimizes retakes. Complies with standard recommendation for equipment maintenance.
Demonstrates proper infection-control procedures during radiographic procedures. Provides patient-centered preventative education and oral hygiene instructions Image requests are completed within the requested time frame. Infection Control and Equipment Sterilization Demonstrate proper infection control procedures and adherence to clinic standard operating procedures in the preparation and disinfection of dental operatories.
Disinfects dental appliances for movement to and from the dental laboratory. Properly prepare instruments for transfer to SPS for sterilization. Follows all Standard Operating Procedures for Reusable Medical Equipment. Works closely with Sterile Processing Service to ensure availability of instruments for patient care. Clerical Functions: Facilitate patient scheduling by providing necessary information to Medical Support Assistants.
Participates in patient identification and time out procedures per the Joint Commission National Safety Goals. Assists in monitoring the patient by noting vital signs. As directed by the dentist, they will record the medical history, and chart during the exam and treatment planning appointments. The incumbent must be proficient in charting with Dental Record Manager Plus software for patient record management.
Accurately completes lab prescriptions and timely schedules patients for intermediate prosthetic steps to ensure the completion of care Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 94483A, 94484A, 94485A, 94486A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
To meet qualification requirements, your resume should clearly identity the following information for each applicable degree: Name of the college or university Degree earned and the field of study Date the degree was conferred (month and year) Please ensure this information is included directly on your resume so your education can be properly evaluated during the qualification review.
Transcript (must include the following information): Your Name Name of the college or university Full address of the college or university Degree Received Date Conferred REMINDER: A copy of your certificate/degree or screenshot of your current classes are not a replacement of your transcript and they will not be used in the qualifying process. 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/.
Jeannette.Mason@va.gov · 313-942-5482
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $36464 – $65113/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-27.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
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