About the opportunity
The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist for a position located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In this role, you will provide direct patient care under the general supervision of a dentist while independently performing various clinical and clerical functions. Responsibilities include preparing operatories, managing dental recall systems, performing gross debridement, exposing diagnostic-quality dental images, and educating veterans on oral hygiene and health maintenance. This position is offered through the Department of Veterans Affairs with a salary range of $48,524 to $95,585 per year across grades GS-05 through GS-09.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range of $48,524 to $95,585 per year (GS-05 to GS-09)
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave
Who can apply?
- United States Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen (non-citizens may only be appointed if no qualified citizens are available)
- Education: Associate degree or higher from an accredited dental hygiene program recognized by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
- Licensure: Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice as a dental hygienist in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia
- Certification: Successful completion of an educational program meeting radiologic credentialing standards in 42 C.F.R. Part 75 and certification as a radiographer (temporary exceptions exist for non-certified graduates)
- English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English
Required documents
- Resume
- SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable to current/former federal employees)
- Transcript (mandatory proof of education)
- License
- Cover Letter (optional)
When to apply
- Date Posted: August 31, 2026
- Application Deadline: September 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Create or log in to your existing account on USAJOBS
- Download the standard Clinical Resume Document and upload it into the two-page restricted resume field, with your full CV/resume uploaded into the other document field
- Complete the online application questionnaire and submit all required documentation including transcripts and license details by the closing date
Additional information
- This is an open continuous announcement used to fill vacancies on an as-needed basis.
- Selected applicants will be subject to a pre-employment physical evaluation, drug screening, background investigation, and a 1 or 2-year trial period.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a mandatory condition of employment for Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- United States citizens meeting educational qualifications with an associate degree or higher from a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program.
- Candidates possessing a current, full, and unrestricted dental hygienist license in a US state, territory, commonwealth, or DC.
- Professionals who have completed an educational program meeting specific radiologic credentialing standards and radiographer certification.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is on-site in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, requiring local residence or relocation.
- Selected applicants must complete a pre-employment physical evaluation, drug screening, background investigation, and a 1- or 2-year trial period.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a mandatory condition of employment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity fits licensed dental professionals seeking stable federal employment with comprehensive health and retirement benefits while providing direct patient care and community oral health education to veterans.
Our take
Licensed U.S. dental hygienists seeking federal healthcare roles should strongly consider applying, whereas non-U.S. citizens or candidates unable to meet mandatory vaccination and background screening terms should look elsewhere.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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