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The City of South San Francisco is now accepting applications for the position of Water Quality Control Plant Mechanic I/II

This recruitment is to create an Eligibility List which will be used to fill future anticipated vacancies.

Application Deadline:  August 16, 2019 @ 5 p.m. or upon receipt of the first 100 applicants, whichever occurs first

The City of South San Francisco is a fully independent and highly commercialized full-service City with an estimated population of 65,710 growing to 100,000 during business hours. City departments include: Police, Fire; Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Economic and Community Development, City Attorney, Library, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, City Clerk, and Office of the City Manager. The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 400 full-and part-time employees.

THE WATER QUALITY CONTROL PLANT:

The Water Quality Control Plant (WQCP) processes wastewater discharge for the cities of South San Francisco, San Bruno and the Town of Colma. The Water Quality Control Plant is a division of the Public Works Department staffed by 38 employees including: Plant Superintendent and Assistant Plant Superintendent of WQCP; Maintenance, Laboratory and Environment Compliance Supervisors; Senior Chemist; Chemist; Lead Plant Mechanics; Plant Mechanics; Lead Plant Operators; Plant Operators; Electricians; Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector; Environmental Compliance Inspectors, Utility Workers, and two Administrative Assistants.

THE POSITION:

Depending on the strength of eligible candidates and their fit with the Public Works Department - WQCP Division, the Eligibility List will be created with Plant Mechanic I and/or Plant Mechanic II candidates.

Mechanic I - this class represents the entry level for the Plant Mechanic series where incumbents may be assigned increasingly responsible duties with the expectation of eventually promoting to the journey level class of Plant Mechanic II. This class is distinguished from the Plant Mechanic II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have limited or no directly related work experience.

Mechanic II - this is a journey- level within the Plant Mechanic series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Plant Mechanic I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Positions assigned to this class are required to have complete working knowledge of water quality control plant maintenance and are expected to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

SELECTION PROCESS:

The process will first consist of a review of application material. A resume may be included but does not substitute for a completed application. The most highly suitable and qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next selection process of an oral interview panel (weighted at 100%) tentatively scheduled for September 5, 2019.  All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process.  Upon completion of this examination, an eligible list will be established which will be used for the appointment to the position.  Possession of minimal qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process and placement on the eligible employment list. The eligible list will be used for the appointment of the position when a vacancy occurs. Top scoring candidates will be invited to the next phase of the selection process which will consist of any or all of the following: a departmental interview and written/performance exercise.

Appeals concerning administration of an examination must be submitted in writing within two (2) business days from the date the event occurred.

To review the complete job descriptions that include all special requirements, visit the City’s website at www.ssf.net

The City of Belmont Public Works Department is recruiting for the position of Mechanic.

Recruitment will close by Friday, August 23, 2019 @ 5 p.m. or upon receipt of the first 100 applications and supplemental questionnaires, whichever occurs first.

The City’s Mechanic position is responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing all City-owned vehicles and light and heavy equipment; troubleshooting and diagnosing vehicle malfunctions; performing preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment; and performing a variety of tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.  The Mechanic receives general supervision from the Chief Mechanic.

The responsibilities and duties of the Mechanic may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair mechanical defects in vehicles, light and heavy equipment, trucks, tractors, rollers and related City equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair problems in vehicle electrical, cooling, brake and steering systems; change and repair tires as needed.
• Inspect, diagnose and maintain batteries, alternators, voltage regulators and electrical engine controls; install new lights, wires, alternators, distributors, relay lights and switches.
• Disassemble engines, transmissions, clutches and other driveline components; perform general overhauling.
• Tune, repair and adjust engines, transmissions, drive shafts, rear-ends and smog components on City vehicles and power driven equipment; lubricate and change oil and filters.
• Replace and/or repair any worn parts in vehicles, trucks, tractors, sweepers, rollers and other mechanical equipment including but not limited to spark plugs, brakes, master cylinders, wheel cylinders, wheel bearings, clutches and exhaust systems.
• Perform welding as required to repair equipment.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of time, work, parts, materials and outside service costs.
• Perform duties while utilizing a variety of hand tools and other equipment including brake tools, drill presses, grinding equipment, welders, cutting torches, lifts and related equipment; operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Estimate cost and time of procedures; prepare invoices.
• Maintain cleanliness in the shop area.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

To review the complete job description, visit www.belmont.gov

The City of Thousand Oaks Hill Canyon Wastewater Treatment Plant (HCTP) has an excellent opportunity!  We are seeking a highly motivated, resourceful, and reliable part-time Mechanic Aide to perform a variety of maintenance and repair on wastewater treatment plant equipment and facilities.  

The Mechanic Aide will be a team player, self-starter, and take a proactive and solutions-oriented approach in support of the day to day maintenance functions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identifies and performs a variety of maintenance repair work
• Dismantles, repairs, overhauls, and reinstalls mechanical grinders, pumps, valves, blowers, air compressors, and similar equipment
• Repairs, installs and maintains machinery, industrial equipment, and bulk chemical storage and delivery systems
• Operates lathes, drill and arbor presses, welders, cutters, pipe threaders, and various hand tools
• Places orders requests for materials and parts
• Maintains logs of plant and equipment maintenance activities

San Mateo County Medical Center

San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) is an integrated County-run health care delivery system, focused on the needs of the underserved. SMMC serves as a key provider within the Health Plan of San Mateo’s (HPSM) public/private network.

San Mateo County is known for its innovation and leadership on many public policy challenges facing local communities, and it expects to continue this role in the health care arena. The County is committed to its role as a public safety net provider, with emphasis in ambulatory care that embodies a chronic disease management model, a strong and robust behavioral health and recovery services system, and an integrated long-term care system that strives to support older adults and persons with disabilities in the least restrictive settings.

Our mission of partnering with patients to provide excellent care with compassion and respect, relays our core focus. At SMMC, we lead by example and use LEAP (Learn, Engage, Aspire, Perfect), as our performance improvement philosophy and methodology to reach greater heights of patient experience and staff engagement. From our most seasoned professionals to our newest team members we strive to achieve a culture in which everyone can step forward to offer their ideas to best serve our patients. Services are designed to meet the needs of the community and are delivered in a culturally sensitive manner.

The Position

The Chief Operations Officer (COO) will plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate all the operations of San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC); advise the Chief Executive Officer on the development and implementation of the Medical Center systems, policies, and strategic planning; and coordinate the operations through facilitation of the work of the executive management team. The Chief Operations Officer reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and serves as a member of the Senior Management Team.

The incumbent will exercise direct and indirect supervision over Ambulatory Services, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Radiology, Rehabilitation, Food and Nutrition Services, and Environmental Services, and assigned managerial, professional, technical, and clerical staff, as well as work with the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Quality & Experience Officer, and Chief Financial Officer to coordinate the optimal delivery of medical services at San Mateo Medical Center.

The Chief Operations Officer is the primary liaison to several county departments including the Department of Public Works and the Sheriff’s Office.

San Mateo Medical Center is involved in several long-term building projects including the construction of a new administrative building at the 39th Avenue campus and a new clinic facility in South San Francisco.  The Chief Operations Officer is the primary San Mateo Medical Center representative in the planning of the projects

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience in overseeing operations in a public health system
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of health care administration, including trends in health care policy, treatment, research, education, licensing, and accreditation
• An understanding that public systems must function in new and innovative ways, must exceed quality standards and benchmarks, must work closely with other partner hospitals and clinics to assure continuity of care, must strive to develop a seamless integration with the County’s other health-related programs and departments, and must balance clinical needs with efficient operations
• The ability to thrive as part of a leadership team that is focused on developing and sustaining a health care delivery system that targets the most underserved in the community
• Knowledge of LEAN/LEAP leadership philosophy and improvement methodologies and its application in a health care environment
• A willingness to learn new leadership techniques while participating in the building of a principle-based leadership culture at San Mateo Medical Center
• Familiarity with the principles of financial and budget administration in a public hospital setting, including medical care reimbursement
• Experience working with organized labor and within civil service environments, preferably

Example of Duties:

• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate organization-wide operations of the San Mateo Medical Center, especially in monitoring and improving operational efficiency and patient flow across the continuum of care, both within and outside the Medical Center
• Manage and coordinate the development and maintenance of the annual budget including justification of personnel, space allocation, and maintenance, and capital improvement projects
• Oversee the full compliance with applicable standards for the licensure and accreditation of the hospital by exercising management audit and control consistent with applicable laws, organizational policies, procedures, and programs
• Provide effective leadership and personnel administration to ensure a competent and productive labor force, and select, assign, direct, and evaluate the performance of subordinate managers, supervisors, and staff
• Serve as the executive champion for staff engagement activities
• Manage current and future space planning at all San Mateo Medical Center facilities
• Maintain effective working relationships with the professional staff of the Medical Center by collaborating on activities and policy matters of mutual concern
• Meet regularly with Medical Center department managers to interpret policy and direct staff in new procedures or in the modification of existing procedures, and evaluate administrative studies designed to improve operating procedures and solve workload problems
• Develop mutually cooperative relationships with private sector health care providers, government agencies, community groups, news media, educational institutions, professional associations, and the public in general
• Maintain the Medical Center's physical resources by planning for, providing, and maintaining necessary equipment and safe, secure, clean facilities for consumers of health care services; and recommend improvement of hospital facilities, including construction or renovation of structures and purchase of new equipment
• Direct the preparation of statistical reports required by the CEO, federal, state, and County agencies and/or licensing and accrediting agencies

Qualifications

The strategic thinker and champion of employee engagement we seek will have or be in pursuit of a master’s degree in Management, Public Administration, or Health Care Administration, or other health-related fields and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in a health care organization performing a variety of duties related to administration and management, or a combination of such education and experience.

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is:
$224,036.80 - $280,030.40 Annually

The County offers an excellent benefits package that is available to spouses, domestic partners, and other dependents. Visit https://hr.smcgov.org/Management-Benefits-At-A-Glance for further details.

• Retirement: A choice of three (3) County Retirement System plans and health benefits for retirees.
• Insurance: Choice of three (3) medical and two (2) dental plans with the majority of the premium paid for employee and eligible family members plus Flexible Spending Account option. The vision care plan is fully paid for employee and eligible dependents. The County provides $50,000 of Basic Life Insurance
• Additional Insurance: Family Death, Disability, and Supplemental Life Insurance policies are available to employees. Long-Term Disability benefits fully paid by the County.
• Vacation: Employees receive 13 paid days a year for the first 5 years of service. Additional days are added with increased years of service.
• Administrative Leave: Management employees accrue 130 hours per year to use as time off. In April of each year, employees can convert 50% of their then current Administrative Leave hours balance for a cash payment.
• Other Benefits Include: Biweekly Transportation Allowance, Employee Health & Fitness Programs, Commute Alternative Program, Employee Assistance Program, Dependent Care Assistance Plan, First Time Home Buyer Program, Deferred Compensation, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and an internal Coach to help insure success in the position.

Recruitment Schedule

Recruitment Closing Date: July 23, 2019 at 11:59 PM      

Application Screening: Week of July 29, 2019

Panel Interviews: August 19 and/or 20, 2019       

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, the following two questions must be answered using the County's online application system and submitted by 5 PM on July 23, 2019. Applicants must also upload their resume and a cover letter to the online application.

Supplemental Questions:

1. Describe your professional background and how it prepares you for the position of Chief Operations Officer. Please include an organization chart and discuss the scope of your responsibility, level of authority, and management experience.
2. Describe one specific situation that best reflects your leadership experience in successfully collaborating with diverse interest groups and community stakeholders.

Apply online at http://jobs.smcgov.org

For questions, please contact Chet Overstreet, Talent Acquisition Manager (Interim) at coverstreet@smcgov.org or (650) 363-4385.

Date Posted:            July 01, 2019

Classification:          HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       40 hour work week (Monday – Friday);
                                     9 month work year (September – May)
 

Salary Range:            Step A            Step B            Step C            Step D            Step E
(hourly)                    starting            6 mos           18 mos           30 mos          42 mos
                                   $22.58           $23.70            $24.90           $26.14            $27.45

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,025.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $275.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Option to obtain on-site housing through YMCA San Francisco is available.

Current Vacancy:     Instructional Services Division; Outdoor Education Program;
                                   11000 Pescadero Road- Camp Jones Gulch; La Honda, CA

Application Deadline:          Friday, July 26, 2019     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Manager, Outdoor Education, perform a variety of health care activities involved in administering first aid, dispensing medications and providing medical treatment and emergency care services to students enrolled in the Outdoor Education program.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Perform a variety of health care activities involved in administering first aid, dispensing medications, and providing medical treatment & emergency care to students enrolled in the Outdoor Education program
• Screen and evaluate medical conditions of students; examine students and identify illnesses, injuries and medical emergencies; provide treatment and administer first aid and emergency medical care as necessary; coordinate response to emergency situations
• Dispense medications to students according to physician instructions; maintain medication logs and records; review student medical forms to verify completeness and identify student health care needs; implement services to assure health care needs are being met
• Counsel students concerning health care, personal and other issues; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance
• Monitor students with specialized health conditions and dietary needs; assure students receive adequate medical services to assure optimal health; advise students, parents and staff concerning special medical and dietary needs among students
• Prepare and maintain various records, reports and files related to students, treatment, accidents and assigned activities
• Utilize a variety of medical instruments & equipment such as oxygen breathing apparatus and nebulizer
• Communicate with personnel, parents and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns
• Monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels of first aid and emergency medical supplies; order, receive and assure proper storage of supplies
• Maintain the health office and other work areas in a clean, orderly, sanitary and safe condition
• Assist staff with resolving student discipline issues as directed
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:      Associate’s degree with course work in Health Science, Nursing, or a related field

EXPERIENCE:      One (1) year of experience providing nursing or emergency medical services

LICENSE(S):     > Valid California certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or
                             Licensed Vocational Nurse
                         >  Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency
                         >  Valid California Driver’s License

Specialized Skills and Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of diagnostic methods for illnesses, injuries and medical emergencies
• Ability to screen and evaluate medical conditions of students
• Ability to examine students and identify illnesses, injuries and medical emergencies
• Knowledge of medical procedures associated with special health care needs
• Ability to dispense medications to students according to physician instructions
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR procedures
• Ability to provide treatment and administer first aid and emergency medical care as necessary
• Knowledge of general health care practices and procedures
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Ability to observe health and safety regulations
• Knowledge of health office practices, terminology, procedures and equipment
• Knowledge of clean and sterile treatment techniques
• Ability to counsel students concerning health care, personal and other issues as directed
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of record-keeping and filing techniques
• Ability to maintain records and files
• Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software
• Ability to learn policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Seeing to read a variety of materials and screen student health conditions
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to administer medical assistance
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Mobility to walk extensively during outdoor education instructional activities, and on trails covering irregular terrain; bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to assist students
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1.  A scored rating by a screening panel of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2.  An oral board examination (anticipated date- August 6, 2019)

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK JOB PDF OR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL BELOW.

****SIGN ON BONUS: $25,000 sign on bonus paid out following the completion of the first full pay period.  No repayment following 24 months of service.****

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Psychiatrist I/II for the Adult Services Division. The Psychiatrist I/II will provide medical and psychiatric treatment and diagnostic services to clients in the caseload of Tri-City and provide collaborative work with a multidisciplinary team in a public mental health center. Provide integrated, effective, and high quality behavioral health care to the residents of Pomona, Claremont and La Verne with moderate to severe functional impairment due to mental illness. The Psychiatrist I/II will advise staff on appropriate treatment techniques for specific cases and examine and treat clients requiring difficult forms of psychiatric treatment.  The Psychiatrist I/II will report to the Medical Director.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Diagnosing and treatment of adults with severe and persistent mental illness;
• Provide medication monitoring and support services to adults 18 years or older with severe and persistent mental illness;
• Perform intake and diagnostic interviews on a scheduled and emergent basis;
• Participate in diagnostic staff evaluation of clients;
• Provide medical psychiatric treatment of clients;
• Maintain and disseminate medical records and reports in compliance with Federal, State and Agency regulations, including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act, Public Law 111-005 (“HITECH Act”);
• Provide medical consultative services to the mental health services staff; lead team conferences and provide clinical direction in unit(s) to which assigned; other duties as assigned, etc.

The San Mateo County Health System is seeing experienced Spanish-Speaking Certified Medical Assistants to join its Care Team.

The current vacancies are in:

• Fair Oaks Health Center, located at 2710 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA 94063 - one Full-Time, Extra Help position and one Full-Time, Limited Term position.
• OB/GYN Clinic, located at 222 W. 39th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403 - One Full-Time, Extra Help position.
• Specialty Clinics, located at 222 W. 39th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403 - One Full-Time, Limited Term position.
• Coastside Clinic, located at 225 South Cabrillo Highway, Suite 100A, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 - One Full-Time, Extra Help position.

Under direct supervision of licensed staff, Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) perform a variety of patient care and other services required to treat patients in a health services outpatient or mobile clinic. 

The ideal candidate will have experience in an Ambulatory Care Clinic and documenting in an Electronic Medical Record. Knowledge of working in Care Teams and Patient Centered Medical Home terminology is preferred, but not required.

Compensation:

Salary:

Medical Services Assistants II who are assigned to the clinics and perform advanced patient care duties as defined in the classification specification shall receive a differential of 6.2% in addition to all other compensation.

NOTE: For the Full-Time, Extra Help positions - Extra-help positions are short-term employment for up to 1040 hours which is equivalent to about six months; however, employment might end sooner depending on the needs of the hiring departments. Extra-help assignments are at-will and the employee is paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help assignment.

NOTE: For the Full-Time, Limited Term positions - This is an at-will position.  Limited Term positions are designated for a specific and limited period of time, anywhere from 6 months to a maximum of 3 years depending on the assignment. Benefits package for term positions are similar to regular positions EXCEPT for retirement. Term employees receive a 401A retirement package and are not eligible for retiree health benefits or a defined benefit pension.

Are you a dedicated and motivated Dental Assistant who enjoys being part of a team of professionals who provide exceptional dental care to the community and patients in need? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment where the rewards are many? If so, then the San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) Dental Clinics have an exciting career opportunity for you!

The San Mateo Medical Center operates five dental clinics located in San Mateo, Redwood City, Daly City, Half Moon Bay, and a Mobile Dental Clinic. These clinics treat children and adults, homeless and transitional populations, and patients with HIV diagnosis. Pregnant women on Medi-Cal can also obtain dental services in these clinics covered by the Ryan White grant.

All Clinics are open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM and some Saturdays and evenings.  The Fair Oaks Health Center in Redwood City is staffed with an oral surgeon and pedodontist, and the San Mateo Clinic is staffed with an oral surgeon.  The Fair Oaks Health Center and the Mobile Dental Clinic host dental students from the University of the Pacific and University of San Francisco to aid in patient care.

The Dental Assistant Series levels include:
 
Dental Assistant I ($21.59 - $26.99 Hourly) is the experienced level class in the Dental Assistant series, competent to independently perform the full range of journey-level dental assisting work under the supervision of a dentist. This class is flexibly staffed with the II level and incumbents may advance to the higher level after obtaining required certification and demonstrating the required proficiency for the II level.

Dental Assistant II/Registered Dental Assistant ($25.52 - $31.90 Hourly) is the advanced journey-level classification in the series. Under the supervision of a dentist, incumbents at this level perform dental assisting duties which are limited to a person certified as a Registered Dental Assistant in addition to performing Dental Assistant duties of the lower.

County of San Mateo Health System is excited to be able to offer a unique job opportunity to well-qualified individuals for the position of Supervising Nurse Practitioner (Supervising NP) as part of the County of San Mateo Obstetrics and Gynecology team. This is a full-time, benefited position.
 
The successful hire will receive direction from the Medical Director of Specialty Care and will exercise supervision over assigned Obstetrics and Gynecology NPs, who are located in three clinics (San Mateo Main Campus, Coastside Clinic, and Fair Oaks Health Center). The supervisory scope includes quality improvement, program development, on-site and remote supervision of nurse practitioners, and continuing partnership with the contracted Obstetrics and Gynecology group. This classification is distinguished from the Nurse Practitioner Series for having full administrative supervisory responsibility over other Nurse Practitioners. Clinical supervision of assigned staff is provided by the medical director, supervising physician, contracted physician and/or manager.
 
The Practitioner will work within all clinical areas that serve our Obstetrics and Gynecology patients. Work may include both clinical and administration support throughout San Mateo Medical Center. San Mateo Medical Center is a fully accredited acute/long term care/teaching hospital whose vision is to help every patient live the healthiest life possible. We are an integrated health care delivery system offering primary care, specialty, ancillary, inpatient, long term care and emergency services connected through a unified leadership structure and integrated IT systems. We use Lean methodology as the core of all our improvement work and we strive to create a community of engaged problem solvers.
 
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skill and success in all or most of the following areas:

• Communication and Consensus Building: has experience bringing diverse viewpoints and stakeholders together successfully to accomplish goals, and commands the trust and respect of others.
• Vision, Initiative, and Innovation: has a keen interest in team based care and creating a positive patient experience, and has demonstrated innovation and initiative in realizing that vision.
• Project Management and Teamwork: has overseen and led complex projects and coordinated interdisciplinary teams.
• Supervision and mentoring: has significant experience in supervising and mentoring others.
• At least two years of experience as a Practitioner, ideally in an Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic, a minimum of six months of lead or supervisory experience overseeing clinic care.

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

• Work with our contracted Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician group in establishing and meeting quality metrics and goals for patient care
• Establishing workflow process and standardizing the clinical practice throughout San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) system.
• Supervise the Nurse Practitioners that work in the all Obstetrics and Gynecology clinics in SMMC, this includes selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, hospital staff, community organizations and others.
• Work with our Quality process (LEAP) to have meaningful, data driven improvements in work flow and quality.
• Work with Core team in each location to standardize and ensure best use of resources to meet patient quality care.
• Work with referring providers to improve referring patterns and communications throughout SMMC.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Knowledge of: Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation, as well as hiring and selection; principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of common health problems as related to the clinical specialty; laws, statutes, codes, and regulations related to the specialty area which govern health service providers, and Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements; fundamentals of clinical medicine as related to the clinical specialty of the Clinic or Service; drugs commonly used in the area of specialty including the indications of their use, anticipated therapeutic effect, side effects and untoward reactions and contraindications; safety and infection control practices and procedures; normal and abnormal values of laboratory tests and their clinical significance; operations and care of medical equipment and instruments used in the area of specialty; laws and regulations pertinent to the practice of nursing and medicine applicable to assigned specialty; community resources and referral systems; and provisions of the Nurse Practice Act. 

Skill/Ability to: Supervise and coordinate administrative and operational activities related to assigned clinic or program; coordinate activities with other departments or programs within the Medical Center and the County; direct and participate in the analysis of a wide variety of moderate to complex operational problems and make effective operational and/or procedural recommendations; interpret policies, guidelines and procedures; develop recommendations for improvements, as necessary; supervise, evaluate and train assigned personnel; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; assess the health status of patients; provide health care services including the taking of a complete medical history, doing complete physical examination and other related clinical procedures; identify and manage health problems common in the area of specialty; develop and implement treatment plans for patients according to policies and protocol; analyze and interpret health information/data including results of laboratory testing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, professional staff and others; follow safety practices and procedures; and maintain accurate records and preparing reports. 

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 three years of practice within specialty area or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
 
Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse.
• Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Nurse Practitioner Certification.
• Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Furnishing Number.
• Possession of a DEA Number.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
Thorough and detailed responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer