This is a U.S. Public Health Service position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), ICE Health Service Corps (IHSC), Clinical Services Division, Medical Services Unit, Dental Program. This is a supervisory position. This position is only open to current USPHS officers. USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.

Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides management and oversight of a solo dental unit. Supervises and serves as the leave granting authority for 1-2 federal auxiliary dental staff (i.e., registered dental hygienists and dental assistants) at the facility and/or provides clinical oversight of contract dental auxiliary staff (if part of staffing model). Provides input to the IHSC regional dental consultant, clinical director, health services administrator, and/or designated supervisory authority on contractor clinical performance. Provides orientation, training, and competency testing for the local auxiliary dental unit staff. Provides emergent, urgent, and routine oral health care at a high level of independence for medically and dentally complex patient population in accordance with IHSC policy and accreditation standards. Refers patients to off-site dental providers through the IHSC referral process for care or consultation when necessary. Performs electronic health record documentation and forms management in accordance with IHSC policy. Judgment failure could cause delays in provision of dental services and result in decreased quantity or quality of care.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You must successfully pass a drug screen.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service.
• Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• Service Remaining Requirement Agreement: Upon appointment to this position, officers will be required to serve an 18 to 24-month commitment to IHSC.
• Applicants must be a current USPHS Commissioned Corps Officer. USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position. Civilians are not eligible for this position.

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position is considered hazardous duty in a detention setting. Requires physical exertion such as lifting objects greater than 30 pounds. Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling. Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging patients or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self). Work necessitates some physical characteristics that will be required when responding to an emergency situation, such as running short distance, prolonged standing and working in an austere environment.

Education

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Graduate from a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) program accredited by American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation located in a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.

2. Possess and maintain a current unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.

3. Minimum 3 years clinical experience.

4. Knowledge of dental science such as oral anatomy, oral physiology, restorative dentistry, periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery (note: strong oral surgery skills and experience are required).

5. Competent in use of equipment, materials, and supplies in dental diagnostic and treatment procedures.

6. Expertise in dental clinic environmental health, infection control, patient/staff safety protocols, quality assurance, documentation, and data management.

7. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and dental software programs.

8. Continuous BLS certification required.

9. Ability to respond to and oversee medical emergencies.

Contacts

• Address ERO-DRO-IHSC Public Health Service 500 12th Street SW Washington, DC 20536 US
• Name: IHSC Recruiting
• Email: [email protected]