VBA General Dentist

Company Description

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defence and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

Job Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) administers the Compensation & Pension (C&P) Program for benefits to Veterans, Service Members, their dependents, and their survivors. On October 9, 1996, Congress enacted Public Law 104-275 which authorized VA to contract for medical examinations (a critical piece of evidence for determining the extent of permanent impairment) from non-VA medical sources. This Project is established in support of the VA effort to provide disability examination services.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted license or authorizing document from any US State, District of Columbia or US Territory to provide healthcare within scope of practice. 
• Degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine 
• Board certification. 
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. 
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time. 
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a clearance to drive company vehicles. 
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate. 
• This position is unaccompanied. 
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required. 
• A valid passport is required and must be in your possession prior to deployment. You must maintain a current passport.
• Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies. 

Scope of Work 

This contract requires private-sector Medical Disability Examinations (MDEs), Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) and Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES) on behalf the VA. 

Provider Training 

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. will provide training for this effort according to the VA requirements. 

Disability Benefit Questionnaire (DBQ) Results 

The Provider shall upload all completed DBQs to the provided secure website daily. In addition, the Provider shall send the completed DBQs (including diagnostics) and other examination data and results (e.g., laboratory tests and X-ray reports) to the IT systems identified by International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. with the date and time the appointment was completed. DBQ results, non-DBQ worksheets and diagnostics shall be transmitted through the secure website. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Carry out dental evaluation of patients that are brought in for evaluation 
• Liaise with other medical staff to ensure continuity of care 
• Order, perform, interpret test results and analyze records and reports. 
• Ability to provide follow-up care for patients as needed. 
• Collect, record, and maintain patient health information. VA system to be utilized and training will be provided. 
• Ensures that all dental records are accurately maintained. 
• Ensure best practice in line with clinical guidelines and SOPs 
• Provide liaison with external agencies where required.

Additional Information

International SOS Government Medical Services