State of Colorado
Overview
Colorado Department of Corrections Mission If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans; Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more. WHO MAY APPLY:
This position is only open to Colorado state residents. LOCATION:
There are several positions located in
CANON CITY , CO. This posting will be used to fill future vacancies at this location. This
full-time
position provides routine and emergency dental care, assessment, diagnosis and treatment to offenders incarcerated in the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC). This position is responsible for but not limited to the following: Responsibilities
Provide professional diagnosis and treatment of oral pathology for offenders in both routine and emergency settings; Provide dental care that includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontal, endodontic, oral surgery, and prosthetic services; Apply agency and professional treatment standards to develop individual patient treatment plans; Diagnose and treat dental disease of offenders or refer offenders to specialist for treatment; This position may be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons; Communicate with outside providers and internal peers to ensure continuity of care; Collaborate with other health care professionals, clinical services staff regarding offender health issue/policies, transfers, classifications and medical legal concerns; Participate in various decision making committees to resolve system issues; Assist in developing policies, protocols, standards or guidelines; Maintain offenders health records including dental holds, special diets and work restrictions; Respond to offender grievances; Participate in the daily dental clinic operations to include tool control, chemical control, infection control practices, bio hazardous waste, hazardous materials and radiation control exposure control regulations; Plan workloads and schedules, as well as those of any subordinates; Maintain agency compliance with relevant statutes and professional standards in dentistry; Provide input to supervisors on dental unit policies and procedures, dental treatment standards, and dental unit budgetary and staffing needs; Provide clinical guidance and direction, consultation and education relative to dental assistants' performance; Provide supervision of clinical tasks and procedures as required under the Dental Practice Law; Provide daily guidance to the dental care staff for kite log entry and offender appointment scheduling to achieve maximum efficiency in providing dental treatment; Perform dental patient education related to preventative care and self care including hygiene, post dental procedure care, signs and symptoms of dental and periodontal disease and signs and symptoms of the need for immediate health dental care. Minimum Qualifications
Licensure:
Applicant must possess a current, valid Dentist license issued by the Colorado Dental Board. Work Experience:
Ensure that the 'Work Experience' section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position. This information will be used to help determine compensation. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the work experience section. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date. Preferred Qualifications: Experience providing dental services to indigent, under-served, community based and institutional populations; Experience providing dental services as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Required Competencies: Self-control and ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Ability to provide dental care to offenders in a correctional facility; Advanced knowledge and thorough understanding of Dental standards and guidelines; Commitment to patient care that is team-oriented; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to read and comprehend English; Ability to communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing; Ability to create accessible documents following plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind; Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across programs, facilities and with external stakeholders. Important Information
If you have any questions regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973. The Assessment Process:
Your application will be reviewed to determine MQs. Applicants that meet MQs will be included in the Comparative Analysis process, which may include suitability screening, eSkills assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or a review of application material by a Subject Matter Expert to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager. Use of artificial intelligence tools to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in disqualification. Be sure the "Work Experience" section addresses your qualifications as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section. Failure to include adequate information may result in non-acceptance or affect score or eligibility. Background and Other Requirements:
Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Multiple other requirements including but not limited to driving, education, and physical standards are listed in the original job posting below. See the full posting for details. Recruitment and Employment Conditions:
This role may require travel, varying shifts, and compliance with department policies, including tobacco-free facilities and non-discrimination policies. All job offers are contingent upon medical screening and ability to perform essential functions. CDOC uses e-Verify for eligibility to work in the United States. Rights and Administrative Details:
Appeals rights, equal employment opportunity statements, reasonable accommodations for disability, and contact information for accommodations are included in the original posting. Additional Requirements for Applicants:
Must be 21 years of age; valid driver’s license; high school diploma or GED; no felony convictions for roles with offender contact; ability to travel; willingness to work rotating shifts; TB screening; and successful completion of basic training and defensive tactics programs as applicable. Post-Offer Notice:
Colorado Department of Corrections facilities are tobacco-free. Protected classes are encouraged to apply.
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Colorado Department of Corrections Mission If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans; Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more. WHO MAY APPLY:
This position is only open to Colorado state residents. LOCATION:
There are several positions located in
CANON CITY , CO. This posting will be used to fill future vacancies at this location. This
full-time
position provides routine and emergency dental care, assessment, diagnosis and treatment to offenders incarcerated in the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC). This position is responsible for but not limited to the following: Responsibilities
Provide professional diagnosis and treatment of oral pathology for offenders in both routine and emergency settings; Provide dental care that includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontal, endodontic, oral surgery, and prosthetic services; Apply agency and professional treatment standards to develop individual patient treatment plans; Diagnose and treat dental disease of offenders or refer offenders to specialist for treatment; This position may be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons; Communicate with outside providers and internal peers to ensure continuity of care; Collaborate with other health care professionals, clinical services staff regarding offender health issue/policies, transfers, classifications and medical legal concerns; Participate in various decision making committees to resolve system issues; Assist in developing policies, protocols, standards or guidelines; Maintain offenders health records including dental holds, special diets and work restrictions; Respond to offender grievances; Participate in the daily dental clinic operations to include tool control, chemical control, infection control practices, bio hazardous waste, hazardous materials and radiation control exposure control regulations; Plan workloads and schedules, as well as those of any subordinates; Maintain agency compliance with relevant statutes and professional standards in dentistry; Provide input to supervisors on dental unit policies and procedures, dental treatment standards, and dental unit budgetary and staffing needs; Provide clinical guidance and direction, consultation and education relative to dental assistants' performance; Provide supervision of clinical tasks and procedures as required under the Dental Practice Law; Provide daily guidance to the dental care staff for kite log entry and offender appointment scheduling to achieve maximum efficiency in providing dental treatment; Perform dental patient education related to preventative care and self care including hygiene, post dental procedure care, signs and symptoms of dental and periodontal disease and signs and symptoms of the need for immediate health dental care. Minimum Qualifications
Licensure:
Applicant must possess a current, valid Dentist license issued by the Colorado Dental Board. Work Experience:
Ensure that the 'Work Experience' section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position. This information will be used to help determine compensation. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the work experience section. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date. Preferred Qualifications: Experience providing dental services to indigent, under-served, community based and institutional populations; Experience providing dental services as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Required Competencies: Self-control and ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Ability to provide dental care to offenders in a correctional facility; Advanced knowledge and thorough understanding of Dental standards and guidelines; Commitment to patient care that is team-oriented; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to read and comprehend English; Ability to communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing; Ability to create accessible documents following plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind; Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across programs, facilities and with external stakeholders. Important Information
If you have any questions regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973. The Assessment Process:
Your application will be reviewed to determine MQs. Applicants that meet MQs will be included in the Comparative Analysis process, which may include suitability screening, eSkills assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or a review of application material by a Subject Matter Expert to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager. Use of artificial intelligence tools to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in disqualification. Be sure the "Work Experience" section addresses your qualifications as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section. Failure to include adequate information may result in non-acceptance or affect score or eligibility. Background and Other Requirements:
Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Multiple other requirements including but not limited to driving, education, and physical standards are listed in the original job posting below. See the full posting for details. Recruitment and Employment Conditions:
This role may require travel, varying shifts, and compliance with department policies, including tobacco-free facilities and non-discrimination policies. All job offers are contingent upon medical screening and ability to perform essential functions. CDOC uses e-Verify for eligibility to work in the United States. Rights and Administrative Details:
Appeals rights, equal employment opportunity statements, reasonable accommodations for disability, and contact information for accommodations are included in the original posting. Additional Requirements for Applicants:
Must be 21 years of age; valid driver’s license; high school diploma or GED; no felony convictions for roles with offender contact; ability to travel; willingness to work rotating shifts; TB screening; and successful completion of basic training and defensive tactics programs as applicable. Post-Offer Notice:
Colorado Department of Corrections facilities are tobacco-free. Protected classes are encouraged to apply.
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