CDOC Dentist - Part-Time (CANON CITY

Dentist Position

This part-time position provides routine and emergency dental care, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to offenders incarcerated in the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC).

Location:

Canon City, CO

Salary: $5,946.00 - $8,325.00 Monthly

Job Type: Part Time

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 that you are applying for.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing dental services to any of the following populations: indigent, under-served, community based and institutional;
• Experience providing dental services as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Required Competencies:

• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift;
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction;
• Ability to provide dental care to offenders incarcerated in a correctional facility;
• Advanced knowledge and a 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 the English language;
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across programs, facilities and with external stakeholders;

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be 21 years of age;
• Possess a valid driver's license;
• Possess a high school diploma or GED;
• Have NO felony convictions;
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States;
• Successfully pass all modules of the 6 week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training;
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics;
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment;
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security;
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury;
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently;
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations;
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner;
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders;
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments;
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings;
• Willing and able to travel;
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule;
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Exception:
Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.