Supervisory Dental Assistant
Supervisory Dental Assistants have full supervisory responsibility over a section or equivalent work unit which would require three or more dental assistants. Typical duties include but are not limited to:
Creating assignments, monitoring of staff dental assistant clinical performance, conducting performance appraisals, and other clinical and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the dental Chief to ensure that the mission of the service and the medical center has been satisfied. Supervises a team of dental assistants performing at the GS-7, GS-6, GS-5 level. Provides guidance and technical direction necessary for accomplishing the work of the team and assures compliance with VA policies. Plan and assigns work and makes adjustment in accordance with established priorities. Sets and adjusts short-term priorities. Approves leave for subordinates. Evaluates the performance, progress, and training needs of subordinate employees. Prepares performance appraisals and performance improvement plans when problems are identified. Issues minor disciplinary actions, such as warning and reprimands. Recommends other action in more serious cases. Interviews candidates for dental assistant positions, recommends appointment, promotion, or reassignment. Recommends awards or recognitions of performance. Oversees the Systems Redesign Program to identify ways to improve production or improve quality Monitors work in progress to ensure that the staff dental assistant's clinical performance meets the dentist's instructions. Confers with dental chief or supervisory dentist if unable to resolve major issues or problems. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees for specific tasks and job techniques. Trains employees (dentist, dental residents, and dental assistants in computerized dental patient record systems including generating patient consults, storing and viewing digital images, entry of diagnostic data and preparation of treatment planning. Arranges for training of team members, students and volunteers in the accomplishment of tasks or projects. Maintains current knowledge and answers questions from team members on procedures, policies, and directives. Makes written instructions, reference materials, and relevant background material available. Obtains needed information on decisions from the dental chief on major issues and problems that arise. Ensures that the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are organized and maintained. Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP for the dental staff for Reusable Medical Equipment. Trains and ensures compliance of dental staff in performing all SOPs. Liaison and works closely with Logistics Generic Inventory Package GIP staff to manage dental supplies to assure adequate stock levels and appropriate storage Place orders for dental Oral surgery materials to include; bone, resorbable tissue, perioderm, BMP-grafting material, implants, healing abutments, cover screws, etc. Serves as a dental point-of contact to coordinate dental care for complex patients ( e.g. organ transplant or head and neck cancer). Serves as a liaison between the scheduler and the dentist to maintain efficient and productive use of the dentists' patient care time and minimize missed opportunities. Serves as a dental point of contact for safe patient coordinator, utilizing ceiling lifts, steady lifts, etc. Serves as the dental point of contact for the Radiation Safety Officer Ensures that the dental station and treatment area are maintained in a clean and operational condition. Assures that the dental treatment area is set up and shut down each work day to maintain security of the clinic area and dental equipment. Delegates these duties as necessary. Monitors function of dental equipment and requests repair or replacement. Prepares electronic work orders and monitors completion. Participates in the development of equipment requests and justifications based on workload. Collateral duties as assigned by the dental chief to ensure that the mission of the service and the medical center has been satisfied. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:
00 a.m. - 4:
30 p.m. (May be subject to Holidays/Irregular tours of duty) Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Functional Statement Title:
Supervisory Dental Assistant. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/12/2019. Basic Requirements:
Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. Experience and Education. Experience. Six months experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work, or provides familiarity with the 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). Preferred
Experience:
Certification in basic life support methods is highly desirable Grade Determinations:
To qualify for GS-8 Supervisory Dental Assistant:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level (GS-7) that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level. Experience at the next lower grade level is defined as:
Gathering diagnostic information, pulp vitality testing, charting of existing conditions, placing of rubber dam and matrices, selecting shades, placing retraction cord, placing and removing temporary restorations, fabricating temporary crowns and removing permanent cement from supragingival surfaces.In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs:
Ability to perform dental assisting expanded functions. Comprehensive working knowledge of advanced imaging techniques in order to provide instruction (e.g. cone beam, cephalometric, advanced panoramic imaging, TMJ, etc). GS-8 Supervisory Dental Assistant:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level (GS-7) that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level. For questions for Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of dental assisting across multiple areas of practice, and the demonstrated ability to provide guidance to staff dental assistants. Skill in coordinating clinical work flow and assignments. Ability to assist the Chief in Dental Clinic operations related to policy development, equipment requests and workload analysis. Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative work relationships. Ability to analyze clinically appropriate data effectively to optimize quality, performance, and productivity within section. Ability to perform supervisory functions such as assessing competency, providing performance appraisals and managing training. References:
VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G36 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. Physical Requirements:
Heavy Lifting, 45 pounds and over Moderate lifting - Computer paper boxes weight approximately 15-45 pounds each Straight pulling 8hrs occasional) Solvents degreasing agents) Unusual fatigue factors (computers) Working with hands in water Working closely with others Working around machinery with moving parts Protracted or irregular hours of work Fumes, smoke Electrical energy Pushing 8 hours Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both Hands required Walking 8 hours to moderate Standing 8hrs to moderate Kneeling Repeated bending 8 hrs Both legs required Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Near vision correctable at 13 to 16 Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 Depth perception Ability to distinguish basic colors Hearing (aid permitted) Specific hearing requirements (specify) Other (Emotional stability, Ability to hear whispered voice
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Creating assignments, monitoring of staff dental assistant clinical performance, conducting performance appraisals, and other clinical and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the dental Chief to ensure that the mission of the service and the medical center has been satisfied. Supervises a team of dental assistants performing at the GS-7, GS-6, GS-5 level. Provides guidance and technical direction necessary for accomplishing the work of the team and assures compliance with VA policies. Plan and assigns work and makes adjustment in accordance with established priorities. Sets and adjusts short-term priorities. Approves leave for subordinates. Evaluates the performance, progress, and training needs of subordinate employees. Prepares performance appraisals and performance improvement plans when problems are identified. Issues minor disciplinary actions, such as warning and reprimands. Recommends other action in more serious cases. Interviews candidates for dental assistant positions, recommends appointment, promotion, or reassignment. Recommends awards or recognitions of performance. Oversees the Systems Redesign Program to identify ways to improve production or improve quality Monitors work in progress to ensure that the staff dental assistant's clinical performance meets the dentist's instructions. Confers with dental chief or supervisory dentist if unable to resolve major issues or problems. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees for specific tasks and job techniques. Trains employees (dentist, dental residents, and dental assistants in computerized dental patient record systems including generating patient consults, storing and viewing digital images, entry of diagnostic data and preparation of treatment planning. Arranges for training of team members, students and volunteers in the accomplishment of tasks or projects. Maintains current knowledge and answers questions from team members on procedures, policies, and directives. Makes written instructions, reference materials, and relevant background material available. Obtains needed information on decisions from the dental chief on major issues and problems that arise. Ensures that the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are organized and maintained. Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP for the dental staff for Reusable Medical Equipment. Trains and ensures compliance of dental staff in performing all SOPs. Liaison and works closely with Logistics Generic Inventory Package GIP staff to manage dental supplies to assure adequate stock levels and appropriate storage Place orders for dental Oral surgery materials to include; bone, resorbable tissue, perioderm, BMP-grafting material, implants, healing abutments, cover screws, etc. Serves as a dental point-of contact to coordinate dental care for complex patients ( e.g. organ transplant or head and neck cancer). Serves as a liaison between the scheduler and the dentist to maintain efficient and productive use of the dentists' patient care time and minimize missed opportunities. Serves as a dental point of contact for safe patient coordinator, utilizing ceiling lifts, steady lifts, etc. Serves as the dental point of contact for the Radiation Safety Officer Ensures that the dental station and treatment area are maintained in a clean and operational condition. Assures that the dental treatment area is set up and shut down each work day to maintain security of the clinic area and dental equipment. Delegates these duties as necessary. Monitors function of dental equipment and requests repair or replacement. Prepares electronic work orders and monitors completion. Participates in the development of equipment requests and justifications based on workload. Collateral duties as assigned by the dental chief to ensure that the mission of the service and the medical center has been satisfied. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:
00 a.m. - 4:
30 p.m. (May be subject to Holidays/Irregular tours of duty) Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Functional Statement Title:
Supervisory Dental Assistant. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/12/2019. Basic Requirements:
Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. Experience and Education. Experience. Six months experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work, or provides familiarity with the 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). Preferred
Experience:
Certification in basic life support methods is highly desirable Grade Determinations:
To qualify for GS-8 Supervisory Dental Assistant:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level (GS-7) that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level. Experience at the next lower grade level is defined as:
Gathering diagnostic information, pulp vitality testing, charting of existing conditions, placing of rubber dam and matrices, selecting shades, placing retraction cord, placing and removing temporary restorations, fabricating temporary crowns and removing permanent cement from supragingival surfaces.In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs:
Ability to perform dental assisting expanded functions. Comprehensive working knowledge of advanced imaging techniques in order to provide instruction (e.g. cone beam, cephalometric, advanced panoramic imaging, TMJ, etc). GS-8 Supervisory Dental Assistant:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level (GS-7) that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level. For questions for Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of dental assisting across multiple areas of practice, and the demonstrated ability to provide guidance to staff dental assistants. Skill in coordinating clinical work flow and assignments. Ability to assist the Chief in Dental Clinic operations related to policy development, equipment requests and workload analysis. Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative work relationships. Ability to analyze clinically appropriate data effectively to optimize quality, performance, and productivity within section. Ability to perform supervisory functions such as assessing competency, providing performance appraisals and managing training. References:
VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G36 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. Physical Requirements:
Heavy Lifting, 45 pounds and over Moderate lifting - Computer paper boxes weight approximately 15-45 pounds each Straight pulling 8hrs occasional) Solvents degreasing agents) Unusual fatigue factors (computers) Working with hands in water Working closely with others Working around machinery with moving parts Protracted or irregular hours of work Fumes, smoke Electrical energy Pushing 8 hours Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both Hands required Walking 8 hours to moderate Standing 8hrs to moderate Kneeling Repeated bending 8 hrs Both legs required Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Near vision correctable at 13 to 16 Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 Depth perception Ability to distinguish basic colors Hearing (aid permitted) Specific hearing requirements (specify) Other (Emotional stability, Ability to hear whispered voice
- Department:
0681 Dental Assistant - Salary Range:
$46,572 to $60,543 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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