Senior Radiologic Technologist

Indian Health Service • Hoopa, CA

356d • $74,027 - $101,083

About The Position

The position is responsible for ensuring that standards are maintained and properly documented in accordance with IHS manual chapter 21. The individual will operate the Imaging department in accordance with the California Department of Public Health Code of Regulations Title 17. Responsibilities include maintaining and updating Imaging standards and requirements for KMC Joint Commission certification inspection readiness, updating Imaging Policies and Procedures as needed, and reviewing them yearly. The role also involves consulting with KMC providers on Imaging services and standards, functioning as a radiologic technologist, and performing image production and digital processing. The individual will explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation, process images digitally according to manufacturer specifications and CA RHB ALARA standards, and supervise Ultrasound service ensuring timely storage and reporting of images by contracted radiologist service. Additionally, the position requires maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies, adhering to quality control and assurance procedures, and ensuring performance of preventative maintenance and radiation safety inspections.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited college or university in radiography.
• Five years related experience in the operation of diagnostic radiology equipment under the direction of a radiologist or other medical officers.
• California Radiologic Technologist License issued by the CA Dept. of Public Health RHB (out-of-state license considered).
• Current ARRT registration preferred.
• Current CPR Certificate issued by KMC accepted agency.

Responsibilities

• Ensures standards are maintained and documented according to 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 for KMC Joint Commission certification inspection readiness.
• Updates Imaging Policies and Procedures as needed and reviews yearly.
• 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 cooperation.
• Processes images digitally in accordance with manufacturer specifications and CA RHB ALARA standards.
• Supervises Ultrasound service ensuring timely storage and reporting of images by contracted radiologist service.
• Maintains Ultrasound service including policies, personnel needs, and supply needs.
• Advises providers on correct ordering of ultrasound exams.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
• Sends images for Radiologists' interpretation and ensures distribution of Imaging reports to clinicians via EHR.
• Creates hard copies of exams (CDs) and reprints reports for outside providers and patients.
• 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.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees