CDOC Dental Assistant -Part-Time Trinidad

Overview

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Who May Apply: 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.

Types of Position: This is a Part time position.
Location: Trinidad, Colorado.

This part-time position assists the dentist in providing routine and emergency dental care, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients in a prison clinical setting. Assures daily completion of dental clinic operations including scheduling, tool control, infection control practices, hazardous materials and radiation control, and exposure control regulations.

• Obtain digital x-rays;
• Set up restorative procedures;
• Educate inmates about preventive dental health care;
• Sterilize instruments and equipment;
• Dispose of medical contaminated waste;
• Interpret and adapt radiation safety and infection control guidelines and regulations to fit individual circumstances;
• Monitor and maintain intra-oral x-ray machines;
• Set schedule and perform preventive maintenance on dental equipment, troubleshoot and initiate work orders;
• Maintain inventory levels of supplies and chemicals, prioritizing usage based on expiration dates and re-ordering as needed;
• Ensure safety and security by maintaining a controlled environment for tools, chemicals and supplies;
• Maintain cleanliness of dental clinic;
• Under direction from the dentist, plan the workload and appointment schedule of inmates to achieve maximum efficiency;
• Triage urgency of dental requests for treatment, gather information, consult with dentist and schedule appropriately;
• Monitor progress of prosthetic cases and determine scheduling;
• Obtain signatures and track co-pay charges and submit for approval;
• Maintain filing system, supply usage, expiration dates and stock levels;
• Perform and log autoclave spore strip testing per Dental Service Standards;
• Provide assistance with the upkeep of ACA files and presentation of Dental Clinics during ACA Audits.

• Two years of full-time, professional work experience as a Dental Assistant providing chair side assistance in General Dentistry or Oral Surgery to an adult population.

• Successful completion of an accredited dental assisting program may substitute for one year of the required experience. Proof of completion must be attached with your name, college/program and completion date.

• Infection control practices; handling biohazardous waste and hazardous materials; exposure control regulations;
• Ability to select supplies based on procedure, patient requirements and dentist preferences;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills;
  English language proficiency; ability to create accessible documents following plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind;
• Ability to work with inmate patients; thoroughness and attention to detail;
• Proficiency in basic computer skills; strong problem-solving skills.

• Experience providing dental assistance in a correctional environment;
• Dental Assistant Certification (attach certification);
• Dental X-Ray Certification (attach certification);
• At least two years of experience providing chair side assistance in General Dentistry.

If you have questions, contact Stacey Hibpshman at  or .

The Assessment Process includes a review of MQs, comparative analysis, and potentially additional assessments. Use of AI tools in the assessment process may result in disqualification.

Be sure the Work Experience section of your application addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section. Complete information by the closing date is required for consideration.

Background investigations are required. The agency also outlines conditions related to training, fitness, and background disclosures.

Conditions of Employment:
All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening and other required checks.