Senior Radiologic Technologist

Locations: Hoopa, CA

Type:Tribal

Salary Range:$74,027 to $94,556 / Per Year

Open Period:7/8/2024 to 10/18/2024

Summary:POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. We operate an ambulatory medical clinic located on the Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation, partially funded by the Indian Health Service.

The clinic is solely owned and operated by the Hoopa Valley Tribe. We are a Joint Commission accredited ambulatory clinic and behavioral health unit (most recently passed the survey in 2021), with our Patient Centered Medical Home accreditation. Our primary programs and services consist of outpatient medical, dental, pharmacy, outreach services, senior nutrition, ambulance service, a grant funded diabetes department, and behavioral health unit (which includes mental health and substance abuse). Hoopa is located on the beautiful Trinity River in Northern California coastal mountains.

Hoopa is a small community of approximately 4,500 residents: primarily Native American. Our clinic services are open to the public. The position is a full-time, regular staff position that includes benefits such as: a 401(k) Safe Harbor Plan (100% vested, KMC up to 4% match); 13 paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; vacation leave of 8 hours per month, increases based on years of service; and sick leave of 8 hours per month (static). Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Work weeks are based on 80-hour pay periods, and employees are paid every other Friday.

Duties:FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures that standards are maintained and properly documented in accordance with IHS manual chapter 21. Operates Imaging department in accordance with CA dept. of Public Health Code of Regulations Title 17.

Maintains and updates Imaging standards and requirements for KMC Joint Commission certification inspection readiness. Updates Imaging Policies and Procedures as needed. Reviews yearly.

Has any new policies reviewed and approved by KMC Board of Directors following the KMC policy approval policy/procedure provided by KMC Administration. Maintains Imaging documents and records in a safe and secure environment. Maintains required employee documents for all Imaging employees and provides them to Human Resources in a timely fashion.

Consults with KMC providers on Imaging services and standards. Functions as a radiologic technologist, performing image production and digital processing. Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain patient cooperation.

Processes images digitally in accordance with manufacturer specifications and recommendations, and CA RHB ALARA standards. Supervises Ultrasound service ensuring that all images are stored in PACS, and all exams are read and reported in a timely fashion by the contracted radiologist service. Maintains Ultrasound service including any specific policies, personnel needs, supply needs, and sssists in the scheduling process for the Ultrasound service.

Utilizing reference to the sonographer's radiologist group and other resources, advises providers as to correct ordering of ultrasound exams. Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff, according to current CA RHB approved guidance. Sends images for Radiologists' interpretation and ensures distribution of Imaging reports to clinicians via the EHR.

Ability to create hard copies of exams (CDs) and reprint report to distribute to outside providers and patients. Understands and has good working knowledge of RPMS, utilizing the Radiology package, and the EHR package. Responds to STAT requests in a timely manner.

Reports and documents critical radiologist report findings as per Joint Commission recommendations. Maintains an adequate current inventory of supplies. Adheres to quality control and quality assurance procedures.

Documents regularly per Joint Commission and IHS standards. Ensures performance of preventative maintenance and radiation safety inspections and maintains current documentation of results. Tracks productivity and prepares monthly reports of data.

Technologist will regularly track and document data for the imaging performance indicators of: 1) Repeat exposure rate analysis - goal of 5% repeat or under. 2) Patient wait time for exam - goal of 20 mins or under. 3) Final report receipt wait time - goal of less than 2 business days Exercises initiative in acquiring continuing education relevant to Imaging operations as per CA RHB licensing requirements. Ensures the maintenance of a clean, well organized work environment. Follows infection control regulations and attends infection control committee meetings.

Responsible for individual dosimetry badges to include monthly collecting and sending and maintenance of such records. Prepares annual budget for Imaging program. Prepares and presents Imaging semi- annual and annual report of department status.

Responsible for appropriate staffing of the program. Provide support in diabetic retinothapy screening eye examinations per telemedicine department protocol and assisting the telemedicine department as back-up photographer when primary is unavailable. Provide support to the telemedicine department as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Completion of an accredited college or university in radiography, and five years related experience in the operation of diagnostic radiology equipment under the direction of radiologist or other medical officers to produce radiographic studies used in medical diagnosis and treatment. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS California Radiologic Technologist License issued by the CA Dept. of Public Health RHB, and out-of-state license considered.

Current ARRT registration preferred. Current CPR Certificate issued by KMC accepted agency.

Work Type:Permanent, Full

Announcement #:SR RAD TECHNOLOGIST