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Army Medical Command |
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Washington, DC
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$19722 to $44032 |
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Army Medical Command
Job Announcement Number:
NCAN07320690DR
DENTAL ASSISTANT
SALARY RANGE: 19,722.00 - 44,032.00 USD per yearOPEN PERIOD: Friday, January 04, 2008
to Thursday, January 17, 2008
SERIES & GRADE: YI-0681-1/1POSITION INFORMATION: - This is a Permanent position. -- Full Time
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - DC - Washington
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
DEPARTMENT OF ARMY RANKED ONE OF THE TOP TEN FEDERAL WORKPLACES FOR 2007!
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Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.
Organization(s):
(Includes 18.59% Local Market Supplement)
NORTH ATLANTIC REGIONAL DENTAL COMMAND, US ARMY DENTAL ACTIVITY-WRAMC, ORAL DIAGNOSTIC, WASHINGTON, DC
About the Position: The position is located at North Athlantic Regional Dental Command, Water Reed Army Medical Center. There is easy accessibility to public transportation. Work involves danger of exposure to radiation and communicable diseases. Assistant uses lead shields to protect against radiation and wears face-mask during treatment procedures. Long periods of bending, standing and walking are required.
Who May Apply: Click here for more information. All U. S. citizens and Nationals with allegiance to the United States.
NSPS Position: This position is covered by the National Security Personnel System. For more information on NSPS, please visit the website at http://www.cpms.osd.mil/nsps/index.html.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. Citizen
Send Mail to:
Central Resume Processing Center
314 Johnson Street
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5283
For questions about this job:
Central Resume Processing Center
Phone: 410-306-0137
Email: applicanthelp@cpsrxtp.belvoir.army.mil
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| JOB REQUIREMENTS |
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NCAN07320690DR
DENTAL ASSISTANT
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Click on link below to view qualification standard.
General Schedule Specialized Experience: Experience in dental assistance to general or specialized dentistry, dental assistant (expanded function) work, or any combination of these appropriate to the position being filled.
Knowledge of the instruments, materials and standardized dental procedures used in a wide variety of specialized dental treatments along with related general dentistry procedures, to make preparations and provide chair-side or surgical assistance.
Knowledge of hospital operating room protocol to schedule procedures and to follow accepted standards of sterile technique.
Knowledge of oral anatomy and bony structure of face to take diagnostic dental radiographs.
Knowledge of the various X-ray developing methods to process all types of exposed radiographic film and sufficient skill to operate and adjust equipment.
Knowledge of techniques and materials used in the treatment of injuries to primary and permanent teeth.
Knowledge of preventive dentistry measures sufficient to instruct patients in good oral hygiene, causes of decay, etc.
Knowledge of asept4,c surgical procedures to assist in taking biopsies and tissue samples.
Knowledge of basics of normal occlusion sufficient to articulate most dental casts.
Detailed knowledge of tooth anatomy, both internal and external, to be able to select and place rubber dam clamps; to select canal fitting points, and to place inter-appointment medicaments.
Knowledge of scheduling multiple appointments required for certain dental procedures to allow ample time between dentist visits and requested laboratory procedures.
Knowledge of dental instruments sufficient to determine serviceability and need for placement.
Knowledge of splinting and stablizing materials and techniques sufficient to assist ntist.
Knowledge of, and skill to detect signs of syncope, shock, or other side reactions to dental treatment in patient?s.
Skill and dexterity in manipulating materials and instruments intra-orally to effectively assist the doctor in suture placement and removal, change dressings, make impressions, fitting and placing prostheses and placement adjustment and removal of orthodontic bands, head guard, etc., while working in a small area.The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened for the Office of Personnel Management's basic qualifications requirements, and the skills needed to perform the duties of this position as described in this vacancy announcement.Your pay will be set within the range specified in this vacancy announcement and will be based on your qualification, education, experience, training, and availability of funds.NSPS positions are excluded from time-in-grade restrictions.On your resume, please include college/university, dates attended, degree achieved, semester hours earned, GPA, major field of study, 24 semester hours of specific courses and course hours in your major. Failure to provide this education information on your resume may result in an ineligible rating.Foreign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered for this position. Please include this information in your resume.Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at - http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.htmlApplicants must demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies required to perform the work identified in the duties description.Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at the next lower pay band or equivalent under the General Schedule (GS) or other pay systems.Quality of experience relates to how closely or to what extent an applicant's background and recency of experience, education, and training are relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the announced position. Candidates must have the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies to successfully perform the work of the position at the appropriate level.
Other Requirements:
Click here for more information.Personnel security investigation required.A medical examination is required.Immunization screening is required.Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.Direct Deposit of Pay is Required.Applicants claiming veteran's preference must clearly show an entitlement to such preference on the resume/supplemental data submitted.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in the vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.One year trial/probationary period may be required.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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Resumes will be evaluated for basic qualifications requirements and for the skills needed to perform the duties of the position, as described in this vacancy announcement and identified by the Selecting Official for the position.
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, TASKS |
NCAN07320690DR
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - DC - Washington
MAJOR DUTIES:
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Assists the dentist in the treatment of patients requiring complex restorative and difficult oral surgery, oral pathology, prosthodontic, periodontic, endodontic, pedodontic or orthodontic treatments. Receives and schedules patients for treatment , Obtains and records information related to medical history of patient, routes patients for medical tests and services when required, stores dental and special supplies. Prepares sterile trays and packs for a wide variety of dental procedures. Cleans and sterilizes materials, instruments and equipment. Maintains dental -equipment in a clean and operative condition. Operates dental X-ray equipment to include taking routine and specialized radiographs such as panoramic and cephalometric. Develops and finishes film. Maintains an X-ray file on completed cases and patients under active treatment and applies rubber dam. Makes preparations for and assists dentist in operating room.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
NCAN07320690DR
DENTAL ASSISTANT
BENEFITS:
The Department of Defense offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include: Comprehensive health and life insuranceCompetitive salariesGenerous retirement programsPaid holidays, sick leave, and vacation timeFlexible work environment and alternate work schedulesPaid employment related training and educationPossible student loan repaymentPayment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicableBonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job.
OTHER INFORMATION:
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Click here for more information. To successfully claim veteran's preference, your resume/supplemental data must clearly show your entitlement. Please review the information listed under the Other Requirements link on this announcement or review our on-line Job Application Kit.The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. The DoD policy is available on http://www.cpms.osd.mil/fas/staffing/pdf/rem_ann.pdfNSPS - Management may select at any pay band level listed in this vacancy announcement.NSPS - This position has noncompetitive promotion potential to the target pay band.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses are not authorized.The Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commissions recommendations have been approved. This vacancy exists in an organization that is affected by BRAC. Click here for additional information.
Other Advantages: All federal agencies in the National Capital Region offer qualified employees a monthly stipend as a transit or vanpool subsidy to help reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. Generally, staff members who take part must give up their parking permits to receive the subsidy. Federal (civil service) employees who use public transportation or van pools to Walter Reed are entitled to a free MetroChek pass which can be used to save up to $105 per month in transit costs.
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