Dentist

About the role

Roseburg is the heart of the scenic and recreational paradise known as the Land of Umpqua. This land of authentic outdoor adventures and experiences is bordered by picturesque rivers and lush valleys. Roseburg, centrally located in the heart of Douglas County, Oregon, is known for its 359 miles of streams along the north and south forks of the Umpqua River. The community reflects small-town values, has dedicated business leaders, and a strong education system from K-12 to our local community college. It possesses a hardworking, well-trained workforce, which has proven instrumental in drawing new residents and companies to the region while keeping families here for generations.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a practicing Dentist who performs a full range of professional dental procedures in connection with the treatment of commonly encountered dental diseases or dental health problems requiring standard corrective, restorative, or preventive measures.
• Proficient in all aspects of general dentistry including the ability to perform selected specialty services.
• Makes oral and radiographic examinations of the oral cavity.
• Diagnoses pathological or irregular oral conditions.
• Administers local anesthesia.
• Performs routine and complex restoration of teeth.
• Performs simple and complex extractions of teeth.
• Performs alveoloplasty and other routine surgical procedures.
• Performs prosthetic dentistry to include immediate dentures, full dentures, partial dentures, crowns, and fixed bridge work.
• Performs routine endodontic procedures on single and multi-canal teeth.
• Performs routine and surgical periodontal procedures.

Requirements

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.

Qualifications

Must be licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Oregon.

Skills

Proficiency in all aspects of general dentistry including the ability to perform selected specialty services.

Benefits

Comprehensive total rewards package.

Pay

Salary details not specified.

Schedule

Monday-Friday - 0800-1630 PST

Contact

VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance