What is the Dentist – Oral Surgeon role at Veterans Health Administration like?

I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Dentist – Oral Surgeon position at Department of Veterans Affairs.

Ms.Smith

What position is the Columbia Veterans Health Administration hiring for?

Ms.Smith

They’re looking for a general practice dental officer who’ll perform a full range of dental procedures for treating common dental diseases or health problems.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this dentist position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this role ranges from $123,077 to $400,000.

Dr.Job

Are there any specific educational requirements for applicants?

Ms.Smith

Yes, applicants need a Doctor of Dental Surgery or dental medicine degree from an approved school, and they should have completed a residency program or have comparable experience treating medically compromised patients.

Dr.Job

Can applicants who haven’t completed all their requirements still be considered?

Ms.Smith

Absolutely! Applicants pending their educational or certification/licensure requirements can be referred and tentatively selected, but they won’t be hired until everything’s completed.

Dr.Job

What kind of license do applicants need to have?

Ms.Smith

They need to currently hold, or will hold, a full and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Dentist – Oral Surgeon
Agency: Veterans Health Administration
Salary: $123077-$400000
Industry: Administrative / Office
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Posted on: 2025/12/04 17:16:47