- Position Title
- Dental Assistant (EF)
- Agency
- Indian Health Service
- Announcement Number
- IHS-24-BJ-12405099-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, January 1, 2025 to Wednesday, December 31, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
3.
Are you an American Indian/Alaska Native who is enrolled in a federally recognized tribe as defined by the Secretary of Interior? The Indian Health Service gives qualified American Indian/Alaska Natives preference when filling vacancies in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472), with approved exceptions.
If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
5.
Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for Schedule A Disability appointments?
If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
This position is covered by Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act (25 United States Code Chapter 34) requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this law, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been arrested for or charged with certain crimes involving a child. Responding yes to this question can make you ineligible for employment in this position. You will be contacted if additional information is required. Have you ever been arrested for or charged with a crime involving a child?
3.
This position is covered by Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act (25 United States Code Chapter 34) requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this law, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes against persons or offenses committed against children. Responding yes to this question makes you ineligible for employment in this position. You will be contacted if additional information is required. Have you ever been found guilty of, or entered a plea of nolo contendere (no contest) or guilty to, any felonious offense, or any two or more misdemeanor offenses under federal, state, or tribal law involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact or prostitution; or crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children?
4.
I certify that (1) my responses to questions one and two are made under penalty of perjury, which is punishable by fine under title 18 of the United States Code, or imprisonment of not more than five years, or both; and (2) I have received notice that a criminal check will be conducted. I understand my right to obtain a copy of any criminal history report made available to the Indian Health Service and my right to challenge the accuracy and completeness of any information contained in the report.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Dental Assistant (Expanded Function) position with the Indian Health Service. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.
1.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-02, Dental Assistant
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-02 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-02 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-03, Dental Assistant
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-03 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-03 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
Individual Occupational Requirements
Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75. Essentially, they must (l) 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 (2) be certified as dental radiographers. Do you meet the above requirement?
Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75. Essentially, they must (l) 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 (2) be certified as dental radiographers. Do you meet the above requirement?
4.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-04, Dental Assistant
Select one response that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-04. Select only one response and do not leave blank. NOTE: Your specialized experience may have been 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.
Select one response that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-04. Select only one response and do not leave blank. NOTE: Your specialized experience may have been 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.
5.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-05, Dental Assistant
Select one response that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-05. Select only one response and do not leave blank. NOTE: Your specialized experience may have been 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.
Select one response that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-05. Select only one response and do not leave blank. NOTE: Your specialized experience may have been 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.
6.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-06, Dental Assistant
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-06 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank. NOTE: Your specialized experience may have been 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.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-06 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank. NOTE: Your specialized experience may have been 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.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Expose and process intra-oral and extra-oral radiographs.
8.
Performs chairside-assisting duties, which encompass all routine dental procedures in general, dentistry.
9.
Performs routine and chairside-assisting recording of examination information and treatment performed.
10.
Performs routine dental laboratory procedures, including pouring and trimming models, constructing custom trays, fabricating base plates and bite rims.
11.
Prepares patient and operatory for proper dental procedure including setting up the appropriate instruments for the planned procedures.
12.
Provide chairside assistance during surgical procedures.
13.
Clean and maintain unit and clinical equipment.
14.
Clean, disinfect, and maintain x-ray equipment.
15.
Disinfect and sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
16.
Assist patients in reception, routing, and scheduling of appointments.
17.
Aware of organizational and programmatic goals and seeks creative avenues to enhance goal achievement, sharing this information with others to ensure departmental success.
18.
Collect information to assist the dentist in the triage of patients.
19.
Demonstrate understanding, friendliness, courtesy, and politeness to others.
20.
Work with people from a different cultural orientation in order to improve the delivery of health care services.
21.
Educate patients about the processes of dental caries and periodontal disease.
22.
Instruct patients of effective oral hygiene technique.
23.
Relay dentist instructions to patients for post-treatment care.
SECTION II. CERTIFICATION OF INFORMATION ACCURACY As previously explained, your responses in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from employment following acceptance. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
24.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.