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The Oklahoma City VA Medical Center, Dental Service, is currently recruiting for 2 Lead Dental Assistants. One position will be located at the Oklahoma Main facility and the other position will be located at the North Oklahoma City facility. *This is an open continuous announcement. We accept applications for this occupation on an ongoing basis; Applicants will be referred to selecting official on a continual basis until all vacancies are filled OR until the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this announcement, you must meet all the requirement by the closing date: 06/30/2022 BASIC REQUIREMENTS Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g, this part.) English Language Proficiency. Dental assistants must be proficient in spoken and written English Experience and Education: Experience. Six months experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work or provides familiarity of work. OR Education. Successful completion of a 1-year dental assistant program accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying. 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 certified as radiographers in their field. Provisions for Certification of Radiologic Competence Successful completion of the Dental Radiation Health and Safety Examination administered by the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc. OR, Successful completion of the Principles and Practice of Dental Radiology and Radiographic Safety courses and examinations developed by the Assistant Under Secretary for Health for Dentistry. OR, Successful completion of a radiation health and safety program or examination approved by a state board of dentistry or the Department of Defense (DoD).Certification in basic life support methods is highly desirable. Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). The American Dental Association (ADA) recognizes DANB as the national certification for Dental Assistants. DANB certification is required, as this position is above full performance level. GRADE REQUIREMENTS Grade Determinations. In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates. Grade Determination GS-7: Experience. At least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities GS-7: In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs: Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: a. Advanced knowledge of dental assisting across multiple areas of practice and demonstrated ability to provide guidance to staff dental assistants. b. Skill in coordinating clinical workflow and assignments. c. Ability to assist in dental program development, outcome management, and strategic planning. d. Skill in acting as liaison between staff dental assistants and the supervisor. e. Ability to provide professional oversight and consultation for staff dental assistants Preferred Experience: One year at a VA Dental Clinic. Knowledge of dentistry and dental procedures, good organizational skills, and be detail oriented. Ability to multi-task and have a professional demeanor, good communication skills This announcement is above the full performance level and is being hired at the GS-7. Physical Requirement: Able to meet the physical demands for the position, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have a good manual dexterity. Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written word. Must be able to view and read information on computer screens. ["The Dental Assistant Lead at this level serves in lead position independently performing complex work with limited supervision in the dental clinic. Advanced knowledge of OSHA standards required, and ability to lead less experienced dental assistants as necessary. The Dental Assistant assists the dentist in many aspects of direct patient care and performs other clinical and clerical functions independently of direct supervision. Assignment includes advanced understanding and use of the computerized record system. Duties include but not limited to:\nLead Duties\nDental Imaging\nCustomer Service\nChairside Assisting\nInfection Control and Equipment Sterilization\nClerical Functions\nInformation Management\nPatient Safety\nEmployee Education\nDental Laboratory Functions\nDirect Patient Care Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a- 4:30p Hours and days off will be discussed at time of interview depending on the needs of the service.\nCompressed/Flexible: May be authorized with Management discretion.\nTelework: Not Available\nVirtual: This is not a virtual position.\nPosition Title/Functional Statement #: 000000/ Lead Dental Assistant\nRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized\nPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized\nFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required"]