CDOC Part-Time Physician II - Denver 1587

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Colorado, Denver, seeks a Physician II to provide comprehensive medical care within the Denver Correctional Complex, including examinations, diagnostics, prescribing medications, and preventive care for inmates. The role involves supervising mid-level providers, on-call duties, and cross-unit collaboration with health care staff.

Responsibilities include conducting exams, delivering care across chronic and acute conditions, and contributing to medical program development, clinical

Qualifications

• MD or DO license in Colorado.
• Board eligibility or board certification in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, or Preventive Medicine.
• Valid DEA license.
• Work Experience section must be completed with relevant experience; generic resume notes cannot be used for compensation purposes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical/physical examinations for inmates.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and diagnose conditions.
• Prescribe medications and treatments as appropriate.
• Educate inmates on preventive health care.
• Perform on-site minor medical procedures.
• Supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants; provide clinical oversight and on-call coverage.

Skills

Direct patient care

Primary care

Procedures

Professionalism

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Emotional resilience

English proficiency

Plain language writing

Education

Colorado MD/DO license

Job description

Class Code & Classification Description

C1J2XX Physician II

• Emergency Medicine
• Preventive Medicine

No Substitutions

No Substitutions

Who May Apply

Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Job Location

Denver Correctional Complex

Responsibilities

• Conducting medical/physical examinations;
• Ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic tests and diagnosing medical conditions;
• Prescribing medications and treatment;
• Educating patients about preventive health care;
• Ensuring minor medical procedures are performed on-site;
• Accountable for the work product of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. Accountability involves direct line authority, clinical supervision, consultation, education and other professional development activities relative to their performance. The position ensures that mid-level provider on-call practices are responsive to medical;
• Providing medical services to a daily patient caseload including chronic care, sick call, emergencies and routine physicals;
• Position participates in the monthly "on-call" schedule and may provide on-site assistance to other DOC clinical units and facilities when demonstrated staffing needs arise;
• Providing instruction, demonstration and training to other health care professionals;
• Providing medical advice to other organizational units or health care specialties through consultation regarding patients or protocols;
• Providing advice to management for the development of medical programs, treatment standards and clinical pathways;
• Position ensures that computer data entry, referrals and consultations, medical reporting, medical co-signature and inmate grievance requirements are completed in accordance with DOC Administrative Regulations, policies and procedures, clinical standards, State statute and medical directives;
• Maintaining problems' lists and M-Code ratings in inmates' health records, identifying, applying and updating housing and work restrictions and obtaining authorization numbers for consultations, diagnostic procedures and surgeries;
• This position may be required to participate in restraining an inmate primarily for medical reasons;
• Position responsible for attending quarterly medical review board meetings, monthly physician round table meetings and other division meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado as a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.).
• Applicant must be board eligible (completed residency) or board certified (passed all requirements or exams), by the appropriate board recognized by the American Medical Association, in one of the following specialty areas :
• Emergency Medicine
• Family Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Preventive Medicine
• Provide board certification or proof of board eligibility and valid DEA license.
• 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. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. “See resume” statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the “work experience” section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes.

Required Competencies

• Ability to provide direct patient care to inmates;
• Knowledgeable in full-spectrum primary care;
• Skilled in office based procedures;
• Ability to maintain professionalism in a complex environment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders;
• 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 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing medical care in a correctional environment;
• Board certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine;
• Experience managing chronic medical conditions as a Physician.

Conditions of Employment

All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC’s consideration of application for employment.

• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license. Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver’s license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination are required to:
• Disclose the details of the prior termination or resignation on the application.
• Explain why the circumstances of the prior separation should not disqualify them from the current position.
• Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDOC.
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
• Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics.
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows
• Swing a baton in a striking technique
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic;
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
• 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.

We encourage applicants from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

The 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 [e-mail] or call 719-728-0270.

ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program.