Dental Assistant (Expanded Functions)

Indian Health Service • Toppenish, WA

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About The Position

This position is a federal role requiring a graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program. The education must be accredited by recognized bodies such as the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Applicants must also have passed the National Council Licensure Examination and possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license as a professional nurse. The position requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service, with specific qualifications for GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grade levels outlined in the job description. The work involves assessing patient conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program.
• Current, active, full, and unrestricted license as a professional nurse.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a specialty area of nursing for GS-9 and above.
• Eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement provision for GS-7.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' conditions and record medical histories and symptoms.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Consult and collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals.
• Operate and monitor medical equipment.
• Teach patients and their families how to manage illnesses or injuries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees