Dentist - Limited-Term/ Extra Help (Open)

Salary : $190,673.60 - $238,347.20 Annually

Location : County of San Mateo, CA

Job Type : Extra Help

Job Number : POSTING ONLY (F032)

Department : San Mateo Medical Center

Opening Date : 07 / 10 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Bargaining Unit : 80A

Description

San Mateo Medical Center is seeking Dentists - Limited-Term / Extra-Help. Currently, there are one Limited-Term vacancy and four extra-help vacancies.

San Mateo Medical Center is a division of San Mateo County Health.

The ideal candidate will have three years of clinical experience, preferably in a community based- clinic setting. Services are performed in a hospital-based clinic and general clinic settings.

As a result, dental services are integrated with health system processes and infrastructure support including electronic health records, medical dictation and the availability of dental and medical specialists in both the hospital and satellite clinics.

Besides being a full-scope Medical Center and Hospital, the San Mateo Medical Center operates five dental clinics located in San Mateo (39th Avenue Clinic), Redwood City (Fair Oaks Health Center- FOHC), Daly City (Daly City Clinic), Coastside Clinic (Half Moon Bay), and a Mobile Dental Clinic (MDC).

These clinics treat children and adults, homeless and transitional populations, and patients with HIV diagnosis.

All Clinics are open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with some evenings, and some Saturday hours.

NOTE : This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week.

Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act.

Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

NOTE : This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years.

They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Conduct medical / dental examinations and make diagnoses.
• Perform all phases of dental treatment (i.e., fillings, root canals, crowns, etc.).
• Determine and prescribe appropriate treatment and / or medication for dental disorders.
• Perform prophylactic dentistry services.
• Treat mouth diseases, perform oral surgery, prescribe drugs in connection with dental treatment and instruct patients in oral hygiene.
• Operate dental radiology equipment.
• Prepare and maintain clinical records; supervise pre- and post- operative care of dental surgical cases.
• Order examinations, analyses and x-rays, conducts rounds and reviews reports, records and the general progress of patients.
• Teach and provide instruction to residents and dental students.
• Arrange and conduct consulting conferences and chart reviews for the discussion of the dental and surgical condition of patients.
• Provide clinical supervision to licensed and professional staff.
• Prepare reports and maintain records of activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of :

• Principals and practices of modern dentistry and its application, techniques, procedures and equipment.
• Current developments, trends and research in the dental field.
• Basic understanding of clinical supervisory principles and practices.
• Pharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects.
• Proper documentation of clinical services.
• Dental diagnosis and treatment.

Skill / Ability to :

• Diagnose and treat dental conditions of patients.
• Develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans including prescription of medications.
• Conduct dental examinations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, staff and others.
• Maintain dental records and prepare reports.
• Clinically supervise licensed and professional staff.

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 :

Completion of a dental internship program.

Licensure / Certification :

• License to practice dentistry issued by the California Board of Dental Examiners.
• Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Application / Examination

This is an Extra Help recruitment. Anyone may apply.

If you are interested in being considered for these extra help positions, the following materials must be electronically submitted in a Word or PDF format.

• Cover letter
• Resumé
• Supplemental Questions
• Copy of a Basic Life Support Certificate as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Supplemental Questions

1. The current vacancy is for Limited Term / Extra Help. Only applicants interested in an Limited-Term Extra Help assignment should express interest.

Extra-Help are at-will assignments, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week.

Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act.

Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

Limited-Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan.

Please state that you understand the current vacancy is for Limited-Term / Extra Help and you wish to work in an Limited-Term / Extra Help Assignment.

2. License to practice dentistry issued by the California Board of Dental Examiner is required for this classification. License to practice dentistry issued by the California Board of Dental Examiner?

3. Describe your experience performing routine and surgical extractions. Be specific.

4. Describe your experience performing comprehensive dental care including : 1) root canals; 2) crowns; 3) removable appliances;

4) fillings; 5) emergency treatment; 6) medical consultations; and 7) dental prophylaxis. If you do not have experience in an area listed above, please indicate "NA" (for Not Applicable) in your response to the given area. Be specific.

5. Describe your experience providing comprehensive care to the following populations : 1) Drop-in, unscheduled patients;

2) children; 3) patients with an HIV diagnosis; 4) pregnant women; and 5) homeless / transient adults. If you do not have experience in an area listed above, please indicate "NA" (for Not Applicable) in your response to the given area. Be specific.

Please include the words "Dentists - Limited-Term / Extra Help " in the subject line of the email submission. Please submit the required materials electronically via email to :

Mariam Hashoush, Dental Program Manager

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Apply immediately! These positions could be filled at any time. Do not miss out on this opportunity to work with a great team!

NOTE : Application materials are only accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and / or fax will not be accepted.

Submittals that do not include all required elements (Resume and responses to the supplemental questions) will not be considered.

About the County

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, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity 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 (07102024) (Dentist - F032)

Please visit 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.