Dentist (Prosthodontics)

Job Title

The incumbent assigned to this position will be an instrumental part of the VA Bedford Health Care System Dental Service and be expected to perform at a performance level.

Duties

• Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases of investing hard and soft tissues of teeth.
• Examines patients and interprets radiographs to assist in determining extent of tissue breakdown.
• Evaluates findings and conducts treatment; Corrects defects of occlusion.
• Prescribes and administers medications in treatment of diseases and infection of the oral cavity.
• Instructs patients in oral hygiene and dental preventive measures; Provides consultation services.
• Delivers prosthodontic dental treatment and supports oral health programs.
• Serves as a consultant to other dentists, dental hygienists, residents, and technical assistants involved in treating diseases of investing tissues.
• Instructs dental providers and technical assistants in preventive dental protocols and techniques.
• Make oral and radiographic examinations of the oral cavity, Diagnose pathological or irregular oral conditions and Administer local anesthesia.
• Perform routine and complex restoration of teeth, Perform simple extractions of teeth and Perform routine simple surgical procedures.
• Perform prosthetic dentistry to include immediate dentures, full dentures, partial dentures, crowns, Implants and fixed bridge work.
• Perform endodontic procedures on single and multi-canal teeth within the scope of a Prosthodontist.
• Perform routine and surgical procedures within the scope of a Prosthodontist.
• Demonstrates proper infection control procedures and Completes annual mandatory Infection Control Training.
• Relationships with management, co-workers, patients, and the general public are consistently courteous, respectful, and cooperative in nature.
• Employee will display a cooperative attitude and will effectively work together to implement the organization's mission and goals.
• Meets the needs of veterans while supporting VA and VAMC mission. Consistently communicates and treats veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Provides the veteran with consistent information according to established policies and procedures. Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the veteran constructively and appropriately.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday (7:45a - 4:15p)

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

EDRP Authorized: Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): This position is eligible for the EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Contact VHA EDRP Program Support View email address on click.appcast.io, for questions or assistance on how to begin the application process. Learn more. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.