Dentist - Extra Help (Open)

Job Description:

Dentist - Extra Help (Open)

Description

Description
NOTE: This job posting was updated on September 15, 2025 to reflect the current vacancies.

San Mateo Medical Center is seeking Dentists - Extra-Help. Currently, there are 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.

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 Extra Help. Only applicants interested in 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.

Please state that you understand the current vacancy is for Extra Help and you wish to work in an 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 - Extra Help " in the subject line of the email submission. Please submit the required materials electronically via email to:

Mariam Hashoush, Dental Program Manager
mhashoush@smcgov.org

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.

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HR Contact: Carolyn Burns (07102024) (Dentist - F032)

Salary:

$200,200.00 - $250,265.60 Annually