Dentist

Dentist

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location(s): Bronx, New York

Salary Range: $123077 - $400000 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Major Duties:

• General Description: This is a position for a Full-Time Dentist at James J. Peters VA Medical Center (JJP VAMC), Bronx, NY. The Licensed Independent Provider Dentist provides direct patient care within the scope of his/her Credentialing and Privileging consistent with his/her state dental license. The dentist provides direct patient care to adults with or without acute and chronic medical conditions as outlined in his/her individual approved privileges as established by the JJP VAMC Credentialling and Privileging Subcommittee of the Medical Executive Committee, providing diagnosis, treatment planning, and maintenance of the oral system. The dentist supervises dental residents in training at the JJP VAMC site. The position predominantly involves the provision of direct patient care. Dentist Functions: Provides comprehensive oral examination, including radiographs and radiographic interpretation, including cone beam CT, and diagnostic models Recognizes abnormal anatomy. Administers local anesthetics. Prescribes medication. Provides periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planning. Provides restoration of teeth and dental implants Provides fixed prosthodontics Provides removable prosthodontics. Provides occlusal guards Provides conservative management of temporomandibular joint dysfunction. Provides mandibular anterior repositioning devices for sleep apnea. Provides endodontic therapy. Provides extraction of teeth Serves as a consultant to other healthcare providers within the medical center and through Interfacility Consults. Supervises the work of and provides educational training to Dental Residents. Supervises the work of and provides educational training to Dental Hygienists. Provides emergency dental services Has administrative responsibilities through participation in clinical, educational and administrative committees, task groups or special projects, and performs other administrative tasks assigned to him/her by the JJP VAMC Service Chief or designee. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN2EDRPCoordinators@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Qualifications: Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Dentist Basic Requirements A degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery or dental medicine resulting from a course of education in dentistry. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are (1) United States and Canadian schools of dentistry listed by the Commission on Dental Accreditation(CODA), in the list published for the year in which the course of study was completed.(2) Schools (including foreign schools) accepted by the licensing body of a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia as qualifying for full and unrestricted licensure provided the licensure requirements include a written examination measuring science achievement and a performance examination measuring clinical competence certification, and must obtain a copy of the ECFMG certificate, if claimed by the applicant. ~AND~ Completed, or you are currently completing, a residency program in general practice or specialty, or comparable experience as a dentist actively involved in treating medically compromised patients. ~AND~ Currently hold, or will hold, a current, full and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Note: Dentists must maintain current registration in the State of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active, current licensure. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: To perform in a fully successful manner, the individual must have the physical ability to perform job-related duties which may require light carrying (under 15 pounds), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (up to 1 hour), standing (up to 1 hour), and both legs required. In addition, there may be exposure to the following environmental factors: working inside and outside, working closely with others, and protracted or irregular hours of work. A health examination must be successfully completed prior to this assignment and periodically thereafter as required by the Occupational Health Clinic policy. There may be intermittent exposure to blood and body fluids.

How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/31/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12859832. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

Application Deadline: 2026-12-31