RDA Supervisor
Job Summary The RDA Supervisor will perform RDA duties and supervise other RDA's and DA's in two of the practices:
Dental Oncology Hospital Dentistry at Mission Bay and Hospital Dentistry at Laguna Honda Hospital.
Supervise the other RDA's and DA's in the practices including; recruiting, mentoring, performance evaluations and any necessary discipline. Ensures that all ordering of supplies are ordered and inventory of equipment is kept. Provides radiology and other clinical backup for the OMFS clinic. Assists dentists with surgical and dental procedures in the medical centers' surgery centers and clinics. Ensures that all infection control protocols are followed. Ensures that all drugs and protocols regarding medications are followed. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $73,500 - $110,300 (Annual Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a dental specialty which overlaps several medical specialties as it performs cosmetic, dentoalveolar, dental implant, reconstructive, TMJ and craniofacial surgery of the mid to lower face, as well as diagnoses and treats pathology from infections to tumors in the same region. The primary activities of the UCSF Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery are patient care, teaching and research. Patient care is provided at seven sites - VAMC, SFGH, Mt. Zion, Moffitt, 707 Parnassus, 513 Parnassus, Mission Bay and Laguna Honda Hospital .
The Department also has two other non-specialty services for its patients. There is a general dentist who provides dental services to patients who are medically compromised, physically or mentally challenged or have a phobia of dentistry. This service is provided in the Surgery Center or Operating Room at both Mt. Zion and UCSF Medical Center. In addition, there is a dental/medical service (Center for Orofacial Pain) that focuses on the conservative treatment of facial pain especially pain originating from the temporomandibular joint.
Teaching involves pre-doctoral students, approximately 80 junior and 80 seniors that rotate through the 707 Parnassus and SFGH clinics as well as selective four-week clerkships at other sites. In addition there are pre-doctoral students that come as externs or exchange students from elsewhere in the United States and Europe. Residents are enrolled in an integrated Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery/MD program of 6 to 7 years. An integrated PhD increases the program length to ten years. A new postgraduate program was implemented July 1999 in the Center for Orofacial Pain for one resident to obtain specialized training in this field. In addition, there is a pending GPR (General Practice Residency) program. Lastly, there are visiting post-docs that come from everywhere in the world.
The department also serves the School of Dentistry through its role as the Department of Hospital Dentistry. Thirty one providers, mostly faculty members from the other four departments of the School have their appointments on the medical staff through the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Research involves both clinical and basic science research. Funding sources include the federal government (e.g. NIH and NIDR), state (Tobacco tax funds, BRSG, Academic Senate), private foundations (e.g. professional organizations like ABOMS and AAOMS) and Departmental funding sources.
The employee will perform RDA duties and supervise other RDA's and DA's assisting Residents and Faculty as part of the General Practice Residency training in two of the practices: Dental Oncology at Mission Bay and the Dental Clinic at Laguna Honda Hospital. Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent combination of experience / training.
- Minimum 3+ years of related experience and 1+ years of supervisory experience
- 4 years RDA experience in a busy oral surgery or dental practice
- Demonstrated skills to effectively supervise patient care support staff. Strong knowledge of practice operations.
- In depth knowledge of patient support care clinical standards and care delivery, systems, external regulations, and internal policies.
- Working knowledge of human resources management policies, with the ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and document human resources issues and performance, and to participate in decision-making on human resources matters.
- Detail oriented, with the ability to apply analytical and critical thinking skills to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and apply effective solutions.
- Solid interpersonal skills for effective collaboration and problem solving with all levels of management and staff.
- Skills in written and verbal communications, with the ability to convey clinical and technical information in a clear and concise manner.
- Knowledge of business software and specialized applications and data management systems used in clinic / center patient care.
- Demonstrated excellence in reliability and attendance
Preferred Qualifications N/A License/Certification
- Licensure in relevant patient care support discipline.
- California X-Ray Safety License
- Possession of the legal requirements to practice as a Registered Dental Assistant as determined by the California Board of Dental Examiners
About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Job Code and Payroll Title 004173 AMBUL CARE PAT SUPV 1 Job Category Supervisory / Management Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Location San Francisco, CA Campus Laguna Honda (SF), Mission Bay (SF) Additional Shift Details Monday - Friday |
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Oct 30, 2024