Radiology Director jobs in Duluth, MN

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:               Radiology Technologist

LOCATION:             Red Cliff Community Health Center (RCCHC)

SUPERVISOR:         Clinic Manager

WAGE:                      Dependent upon individual credentials and experience

THIS IS A REGULAR PART-TIME NON-EXEMPT POSITION

JOB SUMMARY: The Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) will provide care in an integrated setting that includes direct client service and collaborative efforts with other community providers to provide a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to care for individuals, families and the Red Cliff community. The Rad Tech will be a registered technologist with The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, comply with State of Wisconsin regulations and Indian Health Service standards of care and personal certification requirements within the organizational structure of the Red Cliff Community Health Center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Independently perform x-rays, Holter monitor, EKG, and other services within scope of practice.
2. Work as a team member in an integrated setting by collaborating with other providers and staff to provide holistic care to patients. 
3. Responsible for accurate and timely documentation of services within the Electronic Health Record (EHR), PACS, and other systems to ensure effective coordination of services.
4. Responsible for maintaining relationship with current Radiology Associates to include but not limited to; processing invoices, sending X-rays with supporting documentation, entering reports into the EHR, and communicating with Care Teams and other Providers.
5. Performs or coordinates preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for radiology and cardiac monitoring equipment.
6. Responsible to maintain all Radiology policies updated to current evidence-based standards.
7. Completes timely radiological records and reports, including safety, shielding, and quality improvement monitoring.
8. Maintain an adequate, up to date supply inventory for Radiology program supplies, equipment, forms, patient care items, educational materials. Order replacement items according to RCCHC policies to insure proper fiscal management.
9. Manage Cancer prevention activities:

1. Ensure objectives are met annually of the Wisconsin Well Women’s state grant.
2. Manage the annual budget of the Wisconsin Well Women’s state grant.
3. Submit annual narrative report of patients enrolled, activities completed, and outreach done.
4. Coordinate, schedule, and direct the Mammogram screening program.
5. Provide annual education for staff, patients, and the Red Cliff community on cancer prevention and screening recommendations.

1. Participate in community education and prevention programs, independently and in collaboration with other Health Center staff and programs. 
2. Develop an annual plan for radiology services, funding or grant requests, and budgets for submission to the Administrator, Red Cliff Community Health Center, the Tribal Council, funding sources and oversight bodies.
3. Establish referral resources to make available to community residents specialty services and treatment consistent with program objectives and fiscal restraints.
4. Monitor community radiology service needs with an aim to addressing those needs with augmented or modified services.
5. Maintain the proper professional certification or licensure and credentialing.
6. Prepare and maintain manuals, records, documents, periodic reports, and other materials as required by the Tribal Council, funding sources, and certification bodies.
7. Insure the confidentiality of all client specific information and data in accord with federal and state guidelines and requirements.
8. Participate in continuing education efforts to maintain professional certifications or licensure and to enhance work related knowledge and skills.
9. Implement quality improvement projects and measures in appropriate service areas and participate in such activities within the context of the Health Center at large.
10. Adhere to a professional code of conduct and applicable federal and state laws and regulations in the discharge of these assigned duties.
11. Attend meetings, in-services, and other events as specified by the immediate supervisor or administration.
12. Exercise responsibility for maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
13. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position.  The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:  None 

KNOWLEDGE:  

1. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to get along with diverse populations (clients, co-workers, professional staff, administration, and the public).
2. Good communication skills, written and oral.
3. Sound judgment and the capacity to respond to unusual circumstances.
4. The ability to plan, coordinates, and directs varied and complex programs.
5. Awareness of and sensitivity to Ojibwa culture and traditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associate Degree from an accredited institution in Radiology Technology. Complete 24 continual education credits biennially (Category A or A CE credit units).
2. Hold a current Wisconsin Radiographer License. Entry level examination in Radiologic Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Must be a registered Radiologic Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
3. One-year experience in Radiology preferred. 
4. Meet or exceed the minimum standards of character as prescribed by P.L. 101-630 and WI State Statutes s. 48.685 and s. 50.065 and as subsequently amended and applied to certain classes of Tribal employees.
5. Possession of a valid driver’s license and regular access to a motor vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage.
6. Able to travel throughout the community, attend meetings, and participate in community educational programs.

PERSONAL CONTACTS:  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  The duties assigned to this position may involve bending, stooping, lifting and carrying. Items may be placed in overhead storage. Weights to be carried are usually less than 50 pounds.  The work requires regular and recurring periods of standing, walking, and lifting

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The assigned work area will be maintained as clean, non-smoking, and well ventilated with adherence to all safety requirements when client contacts are within the Red Cliff Community Health Center.  Private residences, when utilized for professional activities, will not necessarily meet the criteria of the established environmental safety regulations.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  The ability to travel and attend meetings and trainings; overnight and out of town, both locally & nationally.  Able to travel throughout the community, attend meetings, and participate in community educational programs.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE:  The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner.  The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability.  Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: The following items are required for this position:  

1. Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references, available on the Tribal website.
2. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website.
3. Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website.
4. Resume, required; cover letter, optional.
5. Post-secondary transcripts or certifications; if applicable.

Please download the forms from the links below.  Complete the forms and save them.  Then please upload and attach them as "other" attachments with your application.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI  54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

hr@redcliff-nsn.gov 

(715)779-3700 

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act.  All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43, and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.