Dentist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Part time

Job summary

The General Dentist at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Martinsburg, WV provides comprehensive oral health care for eligible Veterans, including diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care.

Work involves a collaborative healthcare environment to deliver high-quality dental services. Duties include a wide range of clinical procedures, emergency care, endodontic, restorative, periodontal, prosthodontic, and oral surgery, plus education on oral hygiene and regular dental visits.

Qualifications

• Provide clinical dental care to eligible Veterans.
• Deliver emergency dental care and preventive services.
• Educate Veterans on proper oral hygiene and regular visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide a broad range of clinical dental procedures for eligible Veterans.
• Perform restorative, endodontic, periodontic, prosthodontic, and oral surgery treatments.
• Maintain accurate patient records, treatment plans and progress notes.

Skills

Clinical dental procedures

Emergency care

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Summary

The General Dentist is responsible for the overall oral health care of eligible Veterans - including diagnosing - treating - and managing various dental conditions. The dentist will perform oral health assessments - treatments - and promote preventive care. The role involves working in a collaborative healthcare environment to deliver high-quality dental services.

Summary

The General Dentist is responsible for the overall oral health care of eligible Veterans - including diagnosing - treating - and managing various dental conditions. The dentist will perform oral health assessments - treatments - and promote preventive care. The role involves working in a collaborative healthcare environment to deliver high-quality dental services.

Duties

• The General Dentist provides a wide range of clinical dental procedures for both inpatient and outpatient eligible Veterans - as assigned by the Chief of Dental Service or designee
• The dentist will demonstrate proficient diagnosis and treatment skills - including emergency care and procedures in preventive - restorative - surgical - endodontic - periodontic - and prosthodontic dentistry
• Additional duties encompass administrative responsibilities - educational contributions - and pursuing departmental goals and metrics - as well as other duties as assigned by the Chief of Dental Service or designee
• Patient Care: Provide dental care that will restore - prevent - or remedy dental disease and injuries of the teeth - jaws - and related structures of veterans according to generally accepted standards of dental practice and scope of services based upon statutory eligibility
• Provide a broad range of routine and complex procedures including restorative - endodontic - prosthetic - periodontic - and oral surgery
• Facilitate community care referrals
• Provide emergency dental care
• Educate Veterans on proper oral hygiene techniques and the importance of regular dental visits - encouraging effective oral health practices to prevent diseases and decay
• Communicate effectively with Veterans regarding their treatment options - procedures - and outcomes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records - including treatment plans and progress notes
• Administrative Duties: Complete monthly Clinical Point of Care Reviews and semiannual Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluations
• Maintain regular attendance at Service level meetings - such as staff meetings - case presentation and implant board - and Facility Medical Staff Meetings
• Participate in interdisciplinary care discussions and contribute to the development of comprehensive care plans
• When assigned by the Chief of Dental Service - attend and present as needed to Facility meetings and workgroups (CPRC - IPRC - RSM - PMC - etc.) Goal Attainment: Strive to meet or exceed various metrics set by the Service - Facility - and Department of Veterans Affairs
• Ensure timely closure of all patient encounters - maintain requisite RVU's per clinical hour - and keep the dental monitors current
• Education: Support the AEGD Residency program and other educational initiatives involving the Dental Service by providing effective instruction to dental students - residents - and other staff
• Engage in continuous professional development and share knowledge with colleagues to enhance the overall quality of care
• Customer Service Demonstrate patient-centered care that upholds the values of the VA
• Interact courteously and respectfully with patients - visitors - coworkers - and other community organizations
• Address customer concerns and handle criticism/conflicts constructively and appropriately
• Work collaboratively with other dental and healthcare professionals - including dental hygienists - dental assistants - and administrative staff
• Compliance: Adhere to all regulations and guidelines set for the regulatory bodies - including maintaining appropriate continuing education and licensing requirements
• Follow all clinic protocols - policies - and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant clinical environment
• Adhere to infection control protocols and standard precautions to ensure a safe clinical environment for Veterans and staff
• Ensure the proper use - maintenance - and functionality of dental equipment and instruments
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• Work Schedule: Intermittent
• Monday - Friday - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized