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Requisition No: 866985
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: SENIOR DENTIST-F/C - 60005159
Position Number: 60005159
Salary: $80,434.79 - $184,510.99 Annually
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida’s social services agency. The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance. The agency’s mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self‑sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.
Within DCF, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program office is recognized as the single state authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is statutorily responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of a comprehensive statewide system of care for the prevention, treatment, and recovery of children and adults with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders.
North Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center (NFETC) is a 216‑bed, all male, forensic, mental health rehabilitation facility located in northeast Gainesville, Florida on 639 picturesque acres. The Center provides a range of positions including food service, maintenance, direct care, nurses, counselors, rehab therapists, medical doctors, security, psychiatrists, and psychologists.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure that all psychiatric and primary care treatment at NFETC are administered in accordance with policies and procedures, rules and regulations, statewide statutes, and federal statutes.
Employ and direct all senior physicians and assume operational responsibility for all physician‑based services at NFETC.
Research, design, and write policies and operating procedures that relate to clinical services for use by all levels of clinical staff.
Administer clinical personnel matters in compliance with applicable personnel rules, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.
Develop recognized programs of resident care to achieve customer satisfaction.
Assist in developing the hospital’s budget, costing programs, establishing expenditure priorities, and administering expenditures while maintaining budget integrity.
Serve as a consultant in matters related to psychiatry, general medicine, and clinical administration.
Recruit medical staff, privilege and credential professional clinical staff at NFETC on a bi‑annual basis.
Review and monitor daily activity reports and incidents.
Seek, compile, and provide information, advisories, and reports that keep the clinical staff informed of current developments.
Perform X‑ray examinations of teeth and gums for infections and diseases.
Participate in and chair meetings related to clinical service delivery and hospital management as part of the hospital’s Executive Management Team.
Act as a liaison between the hospital and academic institutions or other hospitals, which may entail traveling.
Assist in interviewing, selecting, and training new employees and approve submitted timesheets and leave requests on the People First system for all direct reports.
Supervise all direct reports, ensuring they meet negotiated performance standards, adhere to professional practice standards, receive quarterly coaching, and follow an approved employee development plan.
Participate in departmental in‑servicing meetings and programs, review records of problem cases, set up case conferences for continuing medical education, and establish selected cases for consultation.
Coordinate, facilitate, and supervise consultant services for patients with special problems for all external procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and techniques of dentistry.
Knowledge of dental treatment techniques, skill in using dental instruments and equipment.
Proficiency in filling cavities, extracting teeth, performing restorative work, and treating dental diseases, infections, injuries, and malformations of the mouth and teeth.
Ability to design and present dental health programs.
Ability to supervise people and perform dental examinations and diagnose dental problems.
Ability to monitor quantity and quality of dental care and provide consultation to others regarding dental services.
Ability to train others, plan, organize, and coordinate work activities.
Effective communication skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed Dentist in Florida under Florida Statute 466.
At least two years of professional experience in the practice of dentistry.
Selected candidates must submit to a pre‑employment medical examination and a physical agility evaluation per state statutes and regulations, and an annual medical certification as required.
Candidate Profile (Application Requirements)
Provide supervisor names and phone numbers for all employment periods.
Explain all employment gaps to avoid delays.
Include verifiable experience, education, training, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and responses to pre‑qualifying questions.
Avoid using “See Resume” in place of required answers.
If you experience application problems, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
The State offers a competitive compensation package and a range of employee benefits.
US Citizenship Requirement Only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired.
Selective Service System Registration All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Service System. Verification will be conducted prior to hire.
Retiree Notice If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), consult the FRS to determine how re‑employment may affect your benefits.
Background Screening All applicants must successfully complete a state and national criminal history check before beginning employment. Screening includes fingerprinting for state and federal criminal records checks and may involve local criminal history checks.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority or People First Service Center in advance.
The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace; all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing per applicable law.
Veterans’ Preference Eligible veterans receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and may qualify for educational waivers. Submit required documentation, including DD Form 214, when applying.
Location
GAINESVILLE, FL 32601
GAINESVILLE, FL 32608
GAINESVILLE, FL 32641
GAINESVILLE, FL 32609
GAINESVILLE, FL 32611
GAINESVILLE, FL 32607
GAINESVILLE, FL 32653
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
GAINESVILLE, FL 32606
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: SENIOR DENTIST-F/C - 60005159
Position Number: 60005159
Salary: $80,434.79 - $184,510.99 Annually
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida’s social services agency. The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance. The agency’s mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self‑sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.
Within DCF, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program office is recognized as the single state authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is statutorily responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of a comprehensive statewide system of care for the prevention, treatment, and recovery of children and adults with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders.
North Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center (NFETC) is a 216‑bed, all male, forensic, mental health rehabilitation facility located in northeast Gainesville, Florida on 639 picturesque acres. The Center provides a range of positions including food service, maintenance, direct care, nurses, counselors, rehab therapists, medical doctors, security, psychiatrists, and psychologists.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure that all psychiatric and primary care treatment at NFETC are administered in accordance with policies and procedures, rules and regulations, statewide statutes, and federal statutes.
Employ and direct all senior physicians and assume operational responsibility for all physician‑based services at NFETC.
Research, design, and write policies and operating procedures that relate to clinical services for use by all levels of clinical staff.
Administer clinical personnel matters in compliance with applicable personnel rules, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.
Develop recognized programs of resident care to achieve customer satisfaction.
Assist in developing the hospital’s budget, costing programs, establishing expenditure priorities, and administering expenditures while maintaining budget integrity.
Serve as a consultant in matters related to psychiatry, general medicine, and clinical administration.
Recruit medical staff, privilege and credential professional clinical staff at NFETC on a bi‑annual basis.
Review and monitor daily activity reports and incidents.
Seek, compile, and provide information, advisories, and reports that keep the clinical staff informed of current developments.
Perform X‑ray examinations of teeth and gums for infections and diseases.
Participate in and chair meetings related to clinical service delivery and hospital management as part of the hospital’s Executive Management Team.
Act as a liaison between the hospital and academic institutions or other hospitals, which may entail traveling.
Assist in interviewing, selecting, and training new employees and approve submitted timesheets and leave requests on the People First system for all direct reports.
Supervise all direct reports, ensuring they meet negotiated performance standards, adhere to professional practice standards, receive quarterly coaching, and follow an approved employee development plan.
Participate in departmental in‑servicing meetings and programs, review records of problem cases, set up case conferences for continuing medical education, and establish selected cases for consultation.
Coordinate, facilitate, and supervise consultant services for patients with special problems for all external procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and techniques of dentistry.
Knowledge of dental treatment techniques, skill in using dental instruments and equipment.
Proficiency in filling cavities, extracting teeth, performing restorative work, and treating dental diseases, infections, injuries, and malformations of the mouth and teeth.
Ability to design and present dental health programs.
Ability to supervise people and perform dental examinations and diagnose dental problems.
Ability to monitor quantity and quality of dental care and provide consultation to others regarding dental services.
Ability to train others, plan, organize, and coordinate work activities.
Effective communication skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed Dentist in Florida under Florida Statute 466.
At least two years of professional experience in the practice of dentistry.
Selected candidates must submit to a pre‑employment medical examination and a physical agility evaluation per state statutes and regulations, and an annual medical certification as required.
Candidate Profile (Application Requirements)
Provide supervisor names and phone numbers for all employment periods.
Explain all employment gaps to avoid delays.
Include verifiable experience, education, training, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and responses to pre‑qualifying questions.
Avoid using “See Resume” in place of required answers.
If you experience application problems, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
The State offers a competitive compensation package and a range of employee benefits.
US Citizenship Requirement Only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired.
Selective Service System Registration All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Service System. Verification will be conducted prior to hire.
Retiree Notice If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), consult the FRS to determine how re‑employment may affect your benefits.
Background Screening All applicants must successfully complete a state and national criminal history check before beginning employment. Screening includes fingerprinting for state and federal criminal records checks and may involve local criminal history checks.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority or People First Service Center in advance.
The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace; all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing per applicable law.
Veterans’ Preference Eligible veterans receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and may qualify for educational waivers. Submit required documentation, including DD Form 214, when applying.
Location
GAINESVILLE, FL 32601
GAINESVILLE, FL 32608
GAINESVILLE, FL 32641
GAINESVILLE, FL 32609
GAINESVILLE, FL 32611
GAINESVILLE, FL 32607
GAINESVILLE, FL 32653
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
GAINESVILLE, FL 32606
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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