CDOC Dental Hygienist - Part-Time STERLING

Colorado Department of Corrections Mission

The Colorado Department of Corrections is dedicated to building a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado by delivering effective, efficient services. Customer service is a key component of every position in state government.

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, Contribution Plan, 401(k) 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

The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non‑residents of Colorado.

This PART‑TIME position is based in Sterling at the Sterling Correctional Facility. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

This part‑time position provides routine dental assessment and hygiene services to offenders incarcerated in the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC). The position completes clinical duties which include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assess patient dental condition and screen for problems
• Determine severity of complaint and triage for further dental care
• Complete dental prophylaxis by cleaning deposits, accretions and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums by scaling and/or root planning
• Develop and provide instructions, written materials and advice on dental hygiene and oral healthcare
• Schedule patient visits and services
• Review, evaluate & prioritize offender's request for dental services to determine scheduling needs
• Schedule facility visits to ensure all requests for services are met
• Disinfect operatory, clean and sterilize instruments
• Perform tool count as required by facility, appropriate Administrative Regulations, and dental service policy
• Interpret and adapt radiation safety and infection control guidelines and regulations to fit individual circumstances
• Dispose of medical contaminated waste, deciding which disposable items and waste require special treatment and determine what recognized procedures to use
• Monitor supply usage and expiration dates
• Maintain inventory for dental hygiene supplies
• Operate supply system
• Perform user maintenance on dental equipment used
• May be required to travel to other facilities as needed to provide dental hygienist services
• May be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons

Licensure: Current, valid licensure as a dental hygienist from the Colorado Dental Board.

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.

• 5 years experience as a dental hygienist
• Experience providing hygienist services to any of the following populations: indigent, under‑served, community based and institutional
• Experience providing hygienist services as part of a multi‑disciplinary team

• 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 shift
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction
• Self‑starter with ability to work autonomously
• Exceptional time management skills
• Ability to provide dental care to offenders incarcerated 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
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate effectively across programs, facilities, and with external stakeholders
• Ability to read and…