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

Duties

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• CLINICAL SCOPE OF DUTIES: The Chief - Dental Service shall be knowledgeable of all disciplines of clinical dentistry as listed below
• The Chief should also possess the expertise and competency to perform their specific scope of practice defined through the medical center credentialing and privileging process
• General Dentistry is the practice of prevention - diagnosis - and treatment of diseases - injuries - and malformation of the teeth - jaws - and human oral cavity and its adjacent tissues and structures
• Oral Surgery is the dental discipline that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of oral conditions requiring surgical interventions including uncomplicated removal of teeth - recontouring of the alveolus - and other routine hard and soft tissue oral surgical procedures
• Prosthodontics is the dental discipline of making artificial replacements for missing parts of the mouth and jaw
• Periodontics is the dental discipline that deals with diseases of the supporting and investing structures of the teeth including the gums - cementum - periodontal membranes and alveolar bone
• Endodontics is the dental discipline concerned with diseases of the pulp
• ADMINISTRATIVE SCOPE OF DUTIES: Is knowledgeable of - and maintains Service compliance with a) VHA Handbooks and Directives - b) VISN Policies - c) Medical Center Memorandum and d) Service Policies and Procedures pertinent to dental clinic management
• Is knowledgeable of regulatory requirements for VA dental residencies with an emphasis upon Resident Supervision
• Is knowledgeable and capable for responding to Congressional inquiries regarding issues germane to the Dental Service
• Is knowledgeable and in compliance with accreditation standards - including IG - Joint Commission - and other applicable survey/oversight entities
• Is knowledgeable and in compliance with Safety and Environment of Care (EOC) standards and programs including the following: MSDS Requirements
• The Joint Commission EOC Standards
• Disposal of Hazardous Wastes
• GEMS Program
• Facility Emergency Preparedness Plan
• Infection Control Guidelines for Dentistry including management of RME
• Has a working understanding and knowledge of available reports and data sources available through VistA - VCCS - DSS and other VHA data sources to facilitate management of the Dental Service
• Responsible for the fiscal oversight of the Dental Service: Prepares and annual gap analysis to assess demand versus capacity
• Projects Dental Service workforce levels to meet current and future dental demand
• Assesses equipment and space needs for the Dental Service
• Prepares the Service annual budget and management briefing incorporating the gap analysis - workforce projections including contracts if applicable and equipment/space needs
• Collaborates with DSS to ensure appropriate labor mapping of all Dental Service staff
• Manages overtime in compliance with facility policy
• Manages the Dental Fee Base Program in compliance with applicable VHA and local policies
• Has knowledge of and utilizes system redesign principles to promote organization improvement - optimize overall Service efficiency and effectiveness
• Develops performance metrics for all provider classification to drive performance and to direct desired behavior
• Follows VHA Scheduling Directives to enhance the management of access
• Is actively engaged in facility Quality Improvement activities - including compliance with the VA credentialing/privileging process and ensuring that an active Peer Review process is in place for Dental Service providers
• Actively engaged in Service Recovering and have knowledge of SHEP and other patient satisfaction data sources
• Uses customer service data for service improvement
• Operates a sound personnel performance management system in compliance with the Union Master Agreement and HR policies including VHA labor relations policies
• Responsible for - have knowledge of and/or ensuring that the following are current: Title 38 - Hybrid Title 38 - and Title 5 Position Descriptions or Functional Statements
• Applicable competency documents for all applicable dental staff classifications
• Performance Appraisal System including performance plans - performance target goals - rating system and awards program
• Time and leave policy for all staff types
• Grievance and arbitration procedures
• Disciplinary action process
• AIB and other investigative options
• Has knowledge of and follows conflict of interest and ethics policies related to business practices/associations including contracting and procurement regulations
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:45am - 4:15pm Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized