Dentist (Open & Promotional)

Description This recruitment schedule was amended on May 7, 2026, to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous". San Mateo Medical Center is seeking a General Dentist. The current vacancy is a full-time, regular position. San Mateo Medical Center is a division of San Mateo County Health. Dental services are integrated with the health system, with access to electronic health records, medical dictation and collaboration with dental and medical specialists across the hospital and satellite clinics. Dental Clinics San Mateo (39th Avenue Clinic) Redwood City (Fair Oaks Health Center- FOHC) Daly City (Daly City Clinic) Coastside Clinic (Half Moon Bay) Mobile Dental Clinic (MDC) These clinics treat children and adults, including homeless and transitional populations, as well as patients with HIV. The Ideal Candidate Is a Skilled And Compassionate General Dentist With At Least Three Years Of Clinical Experience, Preferably In a Public Health Or FQHC Setting. Strong skills in all phases of general dentistry Comfortable treating medically complex and underserved populations Ability to work in an integrated care environment using EHR (e.g. EPIC) and collaborate with medical teams Commitment to patient-centered, culturally responsive care Experience supervising staff and/or teaching residents or students Strong Organizational skills with accurate documentation and sound prescribing practices Flexibility to work across multiple clinic sites and varied schedules All Clinics operate Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with some evenings, and some Saturday hours. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties Conduct medical/dental examinations and make diagnoses. 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, interns and dental students. Arrange and conduct consulting conferences and chart reviews for the discussion of the dental and surgical condition of patients. Participate in clinical research. Provide clinical supervision to licensed and professional staff. Prepare reports and maintain records of activities. Perform related duties as assigned. Education & 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. Knowledge Of Principles 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.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Continuous

APPLICATION SCREENING: TBD

COMBINED PANEL/DEPARTMENT INTERVIEWS: TBD

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 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. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. HR Contact: Debbie Kong (04162026) (Dentist - F032) We invite you to explore our Benefits-at-a-Glance page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.) In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you. As a County employee, you’ll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of San Mateo