U.M. FDSP Associates is a non-profit affiliate of theUniversity of Maryland School of Dentistry. U.M. FDSP Associates isthe organization that provides patient care focused staffing for theclinic operations so that faculty and students may provide patientcare to the general public.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balanceand employee well-being. Our benefits include:
- Time Off: Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days, plus 17 paid Federal holidays. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving off, as well as a full winter break from Christmas Day through New Year's Day.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance options.
- Retirement: 401(k) with a competitive employer match of up to 6%.
- Work Schedule: Normal operations hours are Monday through Friday.
We prioritize flexibility, health, and financial security, creating anenvironment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.
The Clinic Coordinator isresponsible for the day-to-day operations of the assigned clinic area thatincludes coordination of resident/student operationalneeds, coordinate clinical activities and needs with clinical andadministrative staff, ordering clinical and laboratory supplies, andparticipation in instructional presentations to staff and residents. Workscollaboratively with management and dental assistant teams within the divisionand within the department to coordinate the efficient and effective dailyoperations of the assigned clinical and laboratory areas with consideration ofthe overall clinical operational needs among departmental components.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contributes to the clinical and administrative coordination of patient, staff, faculty, and resident schedules.
- Supports the implementation of policies for patient services, inventory control, and equipment maintenance.
- Identifies issues and problems regarding clinic policies and procedures. Develops and implements solutions.
- Gathers data for use in the design of the clinic operating budget.
- Develops and implements training programs for dental assisting students that support the functions of the division and the department including the recruitment of potential future dental assistants.
- Assists in the orientation of students, residents, or faculty of clinical policies including the use of aseptic technique and the proper use and care of operatories, instruments, and clinical equipment.
- Ensures the timely ordering of clinical supplies, laboratory supplies, materials, implants and implant components and equipment.
- Monitors inventory levels, accounts and assigned budgets. Interacts with manufacturing, supply, equipment and sales representatives for pricing information for the purchase of equipment, instruments, and supplies required by clinic operations.
- Verifies procedure/treatment codes as to the accuracy as they pertain to patient treatment per ADA coding and compares that to laboratory orders submitted or implant and component orders requested.
- Interacts with manufacturing, supply, equipment and sales representatives for pricing information for the purchase of equipment, instruments, and supplies required by prosthodontic clinic operations.
11. Ensures compliancewith Federal, State, and University rules and regulations including diseaseprevention and infection control. Orient and train Post Graduate Residents,Pre-doctoral students and dental assistants to comply and meet standardsestablished with CDC requirements in regard Infection Control in a clinicalsetting.
12. Serves as SchedulingCoordinator in regard to Undergraduate Students Prosthodontic Surgical andProsthetic Restorative Assist. Assigning D3 and D4 students to prostheticprocedures according to required points needed for grades.
- May supervise clinical and administrative staff members in the performance of duties related to general operations of the prosthodontic clinic.
- May conduct annual performance reviews, educational plans, and corrective action/disciplinary action as needed.
- May participate in didactic presentations related to clinical assisting techniques.
- Perform dental assistant duties as assigned.
- Perform other related duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon individual clinic needs.
Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is toprovide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities ofthis job. Incumbents perform otherrelated duties assigned. Specific dutiesand responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in related field. Specialization indentistry preferred. Five (5) years as a clinical technician. For a specialtyclinic, two (2) years must have been in the area of specialty. Prefer at leastone (1) year in coordination work or clerical support services. Applicablecertifications/licensure in the specialty area by the Maryland State/nationalregulatory agency/organization. May substitute years of experience for theeducation requirement
Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of the theories, principles,techniques, and practices for the specialty area. Skill in procedures (related to specialty) and in the use ofinstruments and equipment. Ability to wear and work in personal protectiveequipment. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and presentideas clearly and concisely.
Ability to train, supervise and evaluate clinic personnel.Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships andhandle sensitive material with discretion.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and possessstrong organizational skills.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability toeffectively relate to peers, faculty and staff, is a necessity. Workcollaboratively and possess ability to motivate and encourage staff.
ADDITIONALCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employeesin this job class may be required to receive immunization shots to preventillness due to exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Overtime, weekend, on-call and shift workmay be required.
This job description is designed to give an outline ofwhat job duties are expected of this position. As an outline it does not fully describe or limit the extent of the position'sduties. UM FDSP Associates P.A. and itssupervisors may amend the job description as it deems necessary, withoutadvance notice. The job description isnot intended to create an employment contract and should not be construed assuch.