JOB
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.
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;
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This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle.
Who May Apply: This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
Location: This position is located in Colorado Springs, CO.
This position is eligible for a hybrid workplace which is partly remote (work from home or travel to other facilities) and partly in office at our Headquarters location in Colorado Springs.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position directs and administers the operations for the Clinical Services work units through subordinate supervisors, Health Services Administrators, in assigned regions of the CDOC correctional facilities within the state. This position is required to work a minimum of 2 days a week in the office or assigned facility but could require additional time in the office if needed.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Manages and ensures safe clinical practice of providers such as nurses, physicians, dentists, and dental assistants;;
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Solves issues related to operations of the clinical units or infirmaries beyond the scope of a local HSA;
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Resource person to HSA in addressing personnel problems or issues;
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Ensures subordinate managers are in compliance with Administrative Regulations, Compliance standards, State/Federal Statues, State Licensing/Credentialing, and Regulatory Board standards;
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Ensures that subordinate managers are in compliance with fiscal rules and policies in regards to allocations provided for each clinical unit;
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Monitors budgets of subordinate managers to ensure compliance with established guidelines;
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Monitors clinical contracts for budgetary guidelines and performance issues;
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Assigns clinical resources by deploying staff to other facilities within assigned region during staffing crisis;
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Develops, modifies, or updates clinical Administrative Regulations, clinical standards, clinical policies or guidelines relevant to the operations of clinical units;
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Researches practices, policies and procedures of other established community or national organizations and correctional institutions or agencies to determine best practices for clinical services.
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Functions as a member of the management team to develop policy, formulate strategic plans for improving the overall functioning of the operations of clinical units;
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Identifies opportunities for improvement and problem resolution in the delivery of health care services statewide;
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Evaluates and analyzes local initiatives to determine appropriateness of systemic application;
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Designs and implements action plans and strategies;
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Responds to correspondence from the Governor's Office as it applies within each region in the established time frames;
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Participates in the development of training programs for staff and ensures implementation of these programs;
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Assists in developing position descriptions and performance objectives for specific clinical classifications to ensure consistency of practice statewide;
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Participates in strategic planning sessions for the delivery of health care services within the clinics.
**Please read through this job announcement carefully and ensure that you submit a complete and thorough application. 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 [email protected] 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, please contact Stacey Hibpshman at [email protected].
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. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
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, Kristen Lange, at [email protected] or call 719-728-0270.
ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.
