This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until January 8, 2027. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applicants will be November 2, 2026, with subsequent cut-off dates every two weeks. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until position is filled
The Dental Service in SAVAHCS is looking to hire a full-time, permanent Dentist (Staff) to provide direct dental care to the assigned patient population and leadership for dental staff in accordance with VHA guidelines. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
The incumbent is assigned as Staff Dentist (Periodonist) of the Dental Service in SAVAHCS to provide direct dental care to the assigned patient population and leadership for dental staff in accordance with VHA guidelines.
The duties of the staff Dentist include but are not limited to the following: Provides direct dental care to qualified patients in an outpatient setting and serve as a consultant to other healthcare providers in accordance with VHA Office of Dentistry Standard of Care.
Experienced in interpretation of dental radiographs, in delivery of diagnostic consultations, and in clinical dental treatment as outlined in their individual approved privileges and in accordance with the VHA Office of Dentistry Standard of Care Maintains appropriate documentation. Adheres to VHA Code of Ethics, performs own duties as required, and Maintains Information Security Protocols as covered in N.E.0.
Performs only those privileges for which approval has been granted by the Medical Center Director prospectively and in writing. Maintains own professional qualifications, participates in customer service training, computer training, and attends mandated medical center training activities as required. Serves in a supervisory capacity for ancillary dental staff and maintain appropriate documentation of said supervision.
Provides education and training to members of the medical/dental staff through various conferences, committees, and lecture series. Oversees administrative or managerial responsibilities through participation in clinical, educational and administrative committees, task groups, or special projects. Supervises residents will provide education, training, mentoring, and supervision to students and residents.
Makes oral and radiographic examination of the oral cavity as well as endodontic procedures on single and multi-canal teeth.
Performs simple and complex extractions of teeth Diagnoses pathological or irregular oral conditions, as well as administer local anesthesia Performs routine, complex and implant restoration and placement on teeth Performs routine and surgical alveoplasty and periodontal procedures Performs prosthetic dentistry to include immediate dentures, full dentures, partial dentures, crowns and fixed bridge work.
Work Schedule: Alternate work schedule available, 5-4-9 Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
A degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or dental medicine resulting from a course of education in dentistry. 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/.
maria.delgado@va.gov · (562) 826-8000 X14450
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $240000 – $300000/yr.
Applications close on 2027-01-08.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-22 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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