Dental assistants at this level serve in staff Dental Assistant positions independently performing more complex work in assigned specialties while receiving general administrative supervision. Dental assistants at this level serve in staff Dental Assistant positions independently performing more complex work in assigned specialties while receiving general administrative supervision. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Experience and Education: Six months experience that demonstrates