Dental Hygienist
Location: Johnson City, Tennessee
Description: Department of Veterans Affairs is looking of Dental Hygienist right now, this job will be placed in Tennessee. For complete informations about this job opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN):
925171
MULTIPLE VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED FROM THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT.
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall! have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries.
Welcome to the Crossroads of the eastern United States - Johnson City! Forbes Magazine Ranks Johnson City 14
th
in their latest rankings of best places to live:
http://www.johnsoncitytnchamber.com
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For almost two centuries, Johnson City has been the center for tourism and business in Northeast Tennessee. Or! iginally little more than a train depot, Johnson City is now a! metropolitan melting pot with invigorating music, enchanting culture, and exhilarating mountain adventure. Local festivals include the Blue Plum Festival, the Apple Festival and the exciting
Rhythm & Roots Reunion
. Enjoy outdoor adventure at Boone Lake, Watauga Lake, and nearby Roan Mountain State Park. Other family-friendly activities include hiking and biking trails and some of the best trophy trout fishing in the country. Johnson City flourishes with tradition, heritage, and hospitality. Its natural beauty and fresh mountain air make Johnson City the perfect location to live and work. You'll awaken your Pioneer Spirit when you visit our historical areas and living history sites— like Tipton-Haynes, Rocky Mount and Sycamore Shoals. And just a stone's throw away, you'll find world-renowned attractions like Bristol Motor Speedway, Bays Mountain and Barter Theatre. Also, Johnson City enjoys affordable cost of living, low tax rates and no state income tax! yet we offer outstanding schools, parks, playgrounds and sports facilities that make life enjoyable.
For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to
http://www.vacareers.va.gov/
Special Employment Consideration:
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A,
Appointment of persons with disabilities
[i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or
Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more
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The James H. Quillen VAMC strongly encourages persons that are interested in and may represent multicultural diversity to apply. We have a long-standing Multicultural Diversity Committee led by mental health professionals devoted to educating, monitoring and furthering our awareness, practice and outcomes in regards to multi! culturalism
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FACT:
Ninety percent of appl! icants fail to submit additional documentation with resume' or application and are found ineligible (see Â'HOW TO APPLY' section of this announcement); therefore, it is imperative that you read the complete announcement. Failure to do so MAY result in LOSS OF FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
NOTE:
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8 . The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-4 to GS-8. The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidate's education and experience and recommend the grade and step at which the candidate will be placed. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
These vacancies are advertised at the range of grades covered by the VA qualifications standard.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
U. S. Citizenship
Must pass pre-employment examination
English Language Proficiency required
Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required
Background and-or Security Investigation required
DUTIES:
The Dental Hygienist provides direct patient care under the general supervision of a dentist and performs other clinical and clerical functions independently of direct supervision. Work area includes Dental Service clinical areas, medical center wards, and nursing home care unit as needed. The incumbent sets up operatory for planned oral hygiene or periodontal therapy procedures and cleans dental unit for timely turnover. Handles instruments safely, accurately and efficiently. He/she accurately measure and records periodontal pocket depths. Provides routine oral prophylactic care to include topical application of fluoride rinses or gels. The incumbent provides gross debridement, deep scaling and soft tissue curettage and root planning procedures. He/she charts findings, periodontal pocket measurements, treatment plans, and treatment p! rovided in patient's electronic medical record. Cleans dental prosthesi! s (fixed and removable). Manages dental recall system utilizing CPRS and electronic scheduling package. Refers patients to general dentist, periodontist, or oral and maxillofacial surgeon for additional care when indicated. He/she applies desensitizing and sealant materials to teeth as clinically indicated. Makes impressions for fluoride carrier trays and instructs patients on proper use of trays and fluoride products. The incumbent provides patient education appropriate to the veteran's oral needs and medical conditions. He/she accomplishes all procedures within universal precautions and standard infection control protocols. Sharpens and maintains all hand instruments at manufacturers standards for efficient clinical use. Obtains patient vial signs either manually or electronically and accurately records. Assists patients in scheduling appointments and coordinating continuity of care. Performs control point and inventory control duties as assigned.
Work Schedul! e:
Monday- Friday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Salary:
Grade and Salary will be determined by a Professional Standards Board commensurate with education and experience.
Relocation Expenses:
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Citizenship. Citizen of the United States.
Licensure. Must be currently licensed to practice as a dental hygienist with a full, current, and unrestricted license in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
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 cert! ified as radiographers in their field.
Physical Requirements. ! Must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to themselves or others.
English Language Proficiency. Dental hygienists must be proficient in spoken and written English language.
GRADE DETERMINATIONS
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In addition to the Basic Requirements applicants must also meet Grade Requirements as indicated in the qualification standard. Although the Grade will be determined by a Professional Standards Board, the expected grade level for this position is GS-8.
GS-4.
None beyond the basic requirements.
GS-5.
In addition to the basic requirements, 1 year of experience at the next lower level or completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene or in a directly related field of study.
GS-6.
At least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level tha! t demonstrates the core competencies described at that level.
GS-7.
At least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core compentencies described at that level.
GS-8.
At least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core compentencies described at that level.
PREFERRED BACKGROUND OR EXPERIENCE:
1. Certification in basic life support methods.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
References :
VA Handbook 5005 at
http://www.va.gov/ohrm/joblistings/VAQualStds.doc
(also available in the local Human Resources Office).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
All candidates must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to th! emselves or others. Candidates must meet the physical requirements outl! ined in Section II and Section VI of the OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions and must possess emotional and mental stability.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE:
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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website:
http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. 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 cred! it for that education.
Veterans preference rules will be applied for all external recruitment outside the first area of consideration. Once basic qualifications have been determined for each candidate preference eligible veterans will be referred to the selecting official prior to those candidates without veterans preference.
Veterans' Preference:
When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference. For more information on Veterans' Preferen! ce, please visit
http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/veterans.aspx!
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HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
In addition the candidate must demonstrate the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs).
Knowledge of state of the art preventative dentistry measures for patient instruction and training.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology in order to interpret the examination request accurately; to understand the functioning and interrelationship of the various organs appearing on the film and the various stages of the examination to judge the acceptability of the r! adiograph for diagnostic use; and to correctly mount them for viewing.
Skill in providing individual and group oral health care instructions to inpatients, outpatients, Nursing Home Care Unit patients, etc.
Knowledge of VA, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and related regulations and guidelines pertaining to dental matters.
Please be sure that your resume and/or application reflect the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) listed for this position. The KSA's and corresponding task statements are also located in the occupational questionnaire. A separate document containing KSA narratives will not be accepted as part of your application packet.
BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thr! ift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement! System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at
http://www.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp
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OTHER INFORMATION:
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Placement Policy:
The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vancancy or vacancies by promotion. The position ma! y be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill this position.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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If you were eligible to this job, please send us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of Veterans Affairs.
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