Job Description
The Boise VA Medical Center is actively recruiting a full-time General Dentist –licensed independent practitioner that practices following the specific approved facility privileges, and guidance derived from the Veterans Health Administration, the Boise, ID VA Medical Center, and the Service Directives/Memorandums. All dentists are supervised by a Chief of Service.
Major duties include but are not limited to:
Conditions of Employment
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
You may be required to serve a probationary period.
Subject to background/security investigation.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements. Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred to and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Dentist Basic Requirement:
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: Prosthodontics; Board Certified/eligible Prosthodontist.
Physical Requirements:
This position may require periods of walking, standing, and sitting; some light lifting, reaching overhead, bending, stooping, and work in front of a computer. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, and able to shift priorities based on patient needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment.
Work Environment:
Majority of work is performed in a healthcare setting with adequate lighting, heating and cooling. Work may involve exposure to infection and possible contagious diseases. Standard precautions and isolation techniques will be employed as indicated. There may be occasions where the response to physical and/or verbal abuse by patients requires knowledge gained from ongoing violence in the workplace training.
Education
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
Benefits Information:
The expected salary range will be competitive for the academic rank and include full benefits and package features to support high-quality professional practice and a favorable work-life-family balance. The VA provides employees with a robust benefits package and fosters an environment where more time is spent on medical practice and less on business tasks. VA does this by offering: Paid Time Off in the form of 26 Days paid annual leave, 13 days paid sick leave per year, 11 Federal holidays with pay, 12 weeks Maternity/Paternity leave with pay and a 5-day paid absence to attend approved CME courses. Insurance includes Health-Dental-Vision care insurance programs to choose from with premiums partially paid by VA; Flexible Spending Accounts. Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available at the cost shared by the Federal Government; and long-term care insurance is available as an option. Federal Retirement Plan through the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) - A three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits; 2) FERS-FRAE basic benefits (pension); and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), which is a 401K-type plan, with up to five percent government matching contributions.
Community Information:
About Boise
Imagine a city where the river flows through a lush corridor of trees, with a backdrop of rolling foothills and a vibrant downtown filled with energy and excitement. That's Boise, Idaho—the "City of Trees" and your new playground for adventure, culture, food, and community.
For sports enthusiasts, Boise is home to Boise State University's renowned Bronco Stadium, famous for its blue turf. Enjoy college football games at Bronco Stadium, minor league baseball games, college basketball games, and even professional hockey, providing plenty of excitement for sports fans.
Boise is more than just a city—it's a lifestyle. It's a place where you can start your day with a hike in the foothills, spend the afternoon exploring the local food scene, and end your evening at a downtown concert or theater show. It's a community that welcomes newcomers with open arms, where people are friendly, and the pace of life is just right.