PAY GRADE: 068
CLASS TITLE:DENTAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)
This is work performed by a dentist in one of the following areas: (1) directing a county dental health program; (2) directing the institutional dental health program at the Reception and Medical Center or Florida State Hospital; (3) assisting in directing all activities of the statewide Public Health Dental Program; or (4) assisting in directing the statewide dental health program for the Department of Corrections. The employee(s) in the position(s) allocated to this class exercise(s) independent judgment in formulating or assisting in the formulation of policies and procedures which have significant impact in personnel administration and/or preparation and administration of budgets.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)
- Develops policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Monitors quantity and quality of dental care.
- Administers dental participation in patient care plans.
- Supervises dental personnel.
- Trains personnel in dental procedures.
- Participates in work related community activities.
- Prepares and administers budgets.
- Assists with the evaluation and direction of statewide dental services in correctional institutions.
- Conducts on-site reviews of dental services and care and recommends needed improvements concerning the maintenance of basic standards of dental care.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)
- Knowledge of the terminology, principles and techniques of dentistry.
- Knowledge of dental treatment techniques.
- Skill in using dental instruments and equipment.
- Skill in filling cavities, extracting teeth, performing dental restorative work and treating dental diseases, infections, injuries and malformations of the mouth and teeth.
- Ability to coordinate participation in dental care plans.
- Ability to perform dental examinations and diagnose dental problems.
- Ability to monitor the quantity and quality of dental care.
- Ability to train others.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Ability to supervise people.
- Ability to prioritize work load.
- Ability to develop various reports.
- Ability to manage a dental health program.
- Ability to assess budgetary needs.
- Ability to prepare and administer budgets.
- Ability to formulate policies and procedures.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to plan, organize and direct program activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Licensure as a Dentist in accordance with Florida Statute 466 and two years of professional experience in the practice of dentistry.
EFFECTIVE:
3/9/1987
HISTORY: