What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - Canon City position at State of Colorado?
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Colorado Department of Corrections Mission******************************************************************* $25,000 HIRING INCENTIVE FOR FULL-TIME CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS!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. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;Medical and dental health plans;Paid life insurance;Short and long-term disability coverage;11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time;Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.Who may apply: This position is open Colorado state residents only. Location: There are multiple positions located in Canon City CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.$25,000 Hiring Incentives for MID LEVEL PROVIDERS: Payout will be as follows: $5,000 after successful completion of the CDOC Training Academy$5,000 after successful completion of 4 months of service$5,000 after successful completion of 8 months of service$10,000 after successful completion of 12 months of service.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position provides medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for acute, chronic, and emergency care for inmates in the clinical setting, which could include a clinic, an infirmary, or a special needs facility. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Perform physical examinations and obtain detailed histories on assigned patients;Assess and treat acute/chronic medical problems and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population;Prescribe medications from the CDOC formulary using applicable CDOC guidelines and policies;Conduct sick call, emergency treatment or chronic care clinic as assigned;Make rounds in an infirmary or skilled nursing care setting;Diagnose and treat medical conditions and disorders within scope of practice;Order laboratory tests and other diagnostic testing pertinent to the medical care of offenders;Perform minor medical procedures such as suturing lacerations, incision and drainage of abscesses, excision of cysts, application of splints and casts, and removal of toenails;Provide emergency medical coverage to offenders including performing basic life support and lifesaving procedures for emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, massive hemorrhage or similar emergencies or life support measures;May be required to assess dental and mental health emergencies and refer appropriately;Assist in pre and post operative care;Perform offender health record reviews;Review laboratory, x-ray and EKG results and intervene as medically indicated;Perform venipuncture and other related laboratory tests;Follow the CDOC clinical services standards and procedures, protocols, guidelines, or policies pertaining to medical practice and treatment as specified by Clinical Services administration;May provide initial emergency medical treatment for facility staff;Travel to other correctional facilities to assist during a staffing crisis;Communicate with outside providers and internal peers to ensure continuity of care;Collaborate with other health care professionals, clinical services staff regarding offender health issues/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;Identify and update "medical holds" and housing and work restrictions electronically;Provide formal and informal medical training for co-workers, offender classes, and Training Academy presentations;Provide offender education during appointments;Participate in developing educational materials for offenders or health care professionals;May be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons.This position may be required to work shifts and provide on-call and call back duties such as weekends, evening and night shifts, and holidays;May perform clinical research related to specific operations; **You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records**
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
After submitting an application, you should receive an immediate email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept of Corrections employee or from this email address info@governmentjobs.com It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Ana Andersen, at doc_employeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-723-3998.ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.
Colorado Department of Corrections Mission******************************************************************* $25,000 HIRING INCENTIVE FOR FULL-TIME CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS!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. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;Medical and dental health plans;Paid life insurance;Short and long-term disability coverage;11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time;Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.Who may apply: This position is open Colorado state residents only. Location: There are multiple positions located in Canon City CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.$25,000 Hiring Incentives for MID LEVEL PROVIDERS: Payout will be as follows: $5,000 after successful completion of the CDOC Training Academy$5,000 after successful completion of 4 months of service$5,000 after successful completion of 8 months of service$10,000 after successful completion of 12 months of service.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position provides medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for acute, chronic, and emergency care for inmates in the clinical setting, which could include a clinic, an infirmary, or a special needs facility. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Perform physical examinations and obtain detailed histories on assigned patients;Assess and treat acute/chronic medical problems and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population;Prescribe medications from the CDOC formulary using applicable CDOC guidelines and policies;Conduct sick call, emergency treatment or chronic care clinic as assigned;Make rounds in an infirmary or skilled nursing care setting;Diagnose and treat medical conditions and disorders within scope of practice;Order laboratory tests and other diagnostic testing pertinent to the medical care of offenders;Perform minor medical procedures such as suturing lacerations, incision and drainage of abscesses, excision of cysts, application of splints and casts, and removal of toenails;Provide emergency medical coverage to offenders including performing basic life support and lifesaving procedures for emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, massive hemorrhage or similar emergencies or life support measures;May be required to assess dental and mental health emergencies and refer appropriately;Assist in pre and post operative care;Perform offender health record reviews;Review laboratory, x-ray and EKG results and intervene as medically indicated;Perform venipuncture and other related laboratory tests;Follow the CDOC clinical services standards and procedures, protocols, guidelines, or policies pertaining to medical practice and treatment as specified by Clinical Services administration;May provide initial emergency medical treatment for facility staff;Travel to other correctional facilities to assist during a staffing crisis;Communicate with outside providers and internal peers to ensure continuity of care;Collaborate with other health care professionals, clinical services staff regarding offender health issues/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;Identify and update "medical holds" and housing and work restrictions electronically;Provide formal and informal medical training for co-workers, offender classes, and Training Academy presentations;Provide offender education during appointments;Participate in developing educational materials for offenders or health care professionals;May be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons.This position may be required to work shifts and provide on-call and call back duties such as weekends, evening and night shifts, and holidays;May perform clinical research related to specific operations; **You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records**
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
After submitting an application, you should receive an immediate email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept of Corrections employee or from this email address info@governmentjobs.com It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Ana Andersen, at doc_employeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-723-3998.ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.
Salary : $5,000 - $10,000
