Supervising Dentist (Open and Promotional)

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Supervising Dentist (Open and Promotional)

Salary

$199,700.80 - $249,600.00 Annually

Location

County of San Mateo, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

F030C

Department

San Mateo Medical Center

Opening Date

07/16/2024

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Description

Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on August 6, 2024 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous."

The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of

Supervising Dentist (https://bit.ly/4cG7Yrh) .

Please view the online brochure for a detailed description of this position and instructions on how to apply! For a PDF copy of the brochure, please click here (https://bit.ly/3zFXAB4) !

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Direct and administer the County wide dental services program.

• Plan, assign, review and supervise the work of assigned staff; train staff in work procedures and ensure the professional development of staff; develop individual and team performance.

• Evaluate employee performance, counsel employees and effectively recommend initial corrective action and other personnel decisions.

• Provide clinical supervision and direction to all levels of professional, paraprofessional and support staff including assigning, directing, and monitoring work.

• Develop and monitor adherence to policies, procedures and protocols.

• Teach and provide instruction to residents, interns and dental students.

• Coordinate the work of consulting dentists.

• Develop standards of medical care for specialty area.

• Participate in in-service training programs.

• Carry out a full range of dental care and treatment duties.

• Participate in clinical research.

• Prepare reports and maintain records of activities.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• Three years of experience in the provision of professional dental services.

Licensure/Certification:

• License to practice dentistry issued by the California Board of Dental Examiners.

• Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning and evaluation, project management, scheduling and training.

• Job planning and prioritizing techniques.

• Principles of budget preparation and monitoring.

• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.

• Development of medical policies, procedures and protocols.

• Preparation of comprehensive reports and other correspondence.

• Dental care management practices and principles including revenue retrieval.

• Principles and practices of modern dentistry and its application, techniques, procedures and equipment.

• Current developments, trends and research in the dental field.

• Pharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects.

• Proper documentation of clinical services.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, assign, supervise, direct, review and evaluate the work of others.

• Train others in work procedures.

• Analyze and resolve administrative problems related to the dental program.

• Direct County wide programs.

• Provide clinically direction to professional, paraprofessional and technical staff.

• Organize and prioritize work, meeting critical deadlines and follow up on assignments.

• Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence.

• Apply principles of effective management techniques.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, Medical Center staff, community organizations and others.

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with individuals within the County or at any level within the Medical Center.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview which may include a pre-interview exercise (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification . All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to supplemental questions are required and must be submitted in addition to the Standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to these questions. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

Please note: The anticipated dates of the recruitment are listed below. Please make plans to be present for these opportunities. Applicants will be notified of dates, times, and places of the interviews with as much advance notice as possible.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the County of San Mateo Human Resources Department.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

Apply Online at: https://jobs.smcgov.org

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.

HR Contact: Debbie Kong (07162024) (Supervising Dentist - F030)

Please visit https://www.smcgov.org/media/100216/download?inline= for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.

Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.

NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws.

As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.

County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.

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IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position. This information will weigh heavily in the application screening by the subject matter experts and will also be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Ability to follow instructions, neatness, clarity of expression, grammar and spelling will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume or transcripts will NOT be accepted as a substitute for your responses.

• I have read these instructions.

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  Describe how your education and experience have prepared you for the role of Supervising Dentist at San Mateo Medical Center. Please include the type of clinic where you gained this experience, the number of employees you supervised, and the types of employees you supervised. Be specific.

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  While working in our clinics, oftentimes you are required to see emergency drop-in patients in addition to your regularly scheduled patients. Describe your experience performing similar work under these circumstances. Be specific.

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  Describe your approach to supervising a diverse team of dental professionals and support staff. How do you ensure effective communication, foster a positive work environment, and address the unique needs and strengths of each team member?

  Required Question

Agency

County of San Mateo

Address

County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 500 County Center, 4th Floor Redwood City, California, 94063-1663

Phone

(650) 363-4343

Website

https://jobs.smcgov.org

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