Dentist - Endodontist
What you'd do
The Endodontist appointed to the Medical Staff of the VA Northern California Health Care System assigned to Dental Service is an independent, licensed practitioner that holds a full and unrestricted license in any state. Endodontists will be graduates of an ADA accredited dental school and where applicable will be graduates of an accredited residency in the applicable Endodontic Specialty residency.
Major duties
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; Full-Time, 40 hours per week The provider will perform only those privileges for which approval has been granted by the Medical Center Director prospectively and in writing. Privileges will be renewed per medical staff bylaws and facility regulations. An endodontist provides direct patient care in a hospital or outpatient setting to adults with or without acute and chronic medical conditions and serves as a consultant to other healthcare providers. The endodontist is experienced in interpretation of dental radiographs and in delivery of diagnostic consultations and clinical dental treatments as outlined in their individual approved privileges. The incumbent is assigned as a staff dentist or dental specialist in the Dental Service and reports to the Chief, Dental Service. The major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Function as an equal member within the larger team of staff dentist and auxiliary staff. Responsible for providing consultation and treatment within the scope of their specific clinical privileges. Provide education and training to members of the medical staff through various conferences, committees, and lecture series. May be assigned administrative or managerial responsibilities through participation in clinical, education and administrative committees, task groups or special projects.
What you need to qualify
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. Preferred Experience: Completion of Endodontic Residency Program Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Applicants must meet physical standards for the position. A physical examination prior to placement is required. This is a designated drug testing position. After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use. Requires lifting 15-44 pounds; pushing (approx. 2 hours); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers and both hands; walking and standing from 3-5 hours and kneeling. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors. Hearing aid is permitted.
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