Kewa Pueblo Health Corporation
PO Box 559 * 85 West Highway 22 §* Santo Domingo, NM 87052 *§* (505) 465-3060 P *§* (505) 465-1191 F*
COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CT) SCAN TECHNOLOGIST
Position Description

Department:

Medical Services

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Reports to (title): *

Chief Clinical Operations Officer or designee

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Job Code: *

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Classification: *

Non-Exempt

Pay Range:

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Effective Date: *

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Hours/week: *

40

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Revised Date: *

09/12/2022

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Type of Position: *

Full-time

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MISSION STATEMENT*

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The Kewa Pueblo Health Corporation (KPHC) is established for the purposes of carrying out the vision and mission of the Santo Domingo Health Center (SDHC). The VISION OF KPHC is: “HEALTHY PEOPLE, HEALTHY COMMUNITY, HEALTHY LIFESTYLE” and the MISSION of KPHC is: “ENSURING HEALTH & WELLNESS THROUGH EXCELLENCE IN HEALTHCARE WITH RESPECT FOR CULTURE”._

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PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS*

In performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees of the Kewa Pueblo Health Center are expected to conform to the following:

• Uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient care to the fullest extent.
• Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the healthcare industry.
• Interact in an honest, trustworthy and dependable manner with patients, employees and vendors.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Maintain a current insurable driver’s license.
• Comply with all Kewa Pueblo Health Corporation and Kewa Pueblo Health Center policies and procedures, as well as all applicable laws.

• May be required to work day, evening or holiday shifts.

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POSITION PURPOSE
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Performs high quality CT and diagnostic X-Ray exam in compliance with company policies, procedures and standards.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
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• Receives orders and effectively communicates with providers and radiologist(s) to accurately determine the examination to be performed by evaluation pertinent information including clinical history, referring providers’ order and protocol schedule.

• Ensures proper protocols are performs which includes but is not limited to; attention to quality control before documenting results in the electronic health records, EHR.

• Greets and receives patients in a timely, appropriate patient-centered manner and carries out duties and responsibilities in accordance with lab policies and procedures and maintains the highest standards of patient-privacy protocols.

• In accordance with pertinent policies, procedures, standards and protocols; performs procedures which includes but is not limited to: prepare room for examination; escorting patient for procedure; obtaining verbal clinical history; provide patient with changing instruction for gowning; explain procedures; answer questions; provide oral contrast or start IV is necessary and/or acquire signed consent from; properly positioning of patient and acquire prescribed images; properly print films and/or burn DC as needed; complete paperwork and scan all Tech paperwork into system; effectively communicate and reassure patient before, during and after exam(s).

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Access and review images for pathology and quality assurance including complete anatomy coverage, patient motion or artifact presence and perform additional scans as necessary, including thin slices and post contrast. X-ray; check the hanging protocol in system and ensure related studies are loaded. Review STAT studies with Radiologist and print films as necessary.

• Maintains quality assurance and results by performing quality controls, verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced trouble shooting; calibrating equipment utilizing approved testing procedures; monitoring quality control measures and protocols.
• Actively contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers by following established standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Serves as technical resource by participating in staff trainings; answering questions of other professionals; and advancement of lab skills and knowledge by participating in educational opportunities which includes but is not limited to mandatory in-services regarding safety, OSHA, infection control, HIPAA.
• Plans and carries out the procedures necessary to complete the work and handles problems and corrects error in accordance with established decision criteria.
• Utilizes judgment of the medical technologist before reporting out questionable results.
• All work is reviewed prior to charting for accuracy.
• Maintains inventory control to assure adequate supplies and reagents needed for lab operation.

• PERFORMS OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

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• *Education and Experience: Must be a graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.

Must be licensed by the State of New Mexico as a Certified Radiologic Technologist.
Must be eligible or registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
****Please note: Registry eligible personnel, if hired, must pass the registry examination within the next two testing periods following date of hire. Failing to become registered within the stated period will result in termination.

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MANDATORY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: *

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• *Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers.

• Familiarity with the mandatory reporting requirements under the Indian Child Protection Act, with regards to suspected incidence of child abuse or child neglect.

• Demonstrated knowledge of diagnostic x-ray and CT procedures and techniques.

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Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology, preferably cross-sectional anatomy.

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Working knowledge of office procedures including patient processing and scheduling as well medical records system.

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Highly proficient in the proper operation of CT and Diagnostic X-Ray equi8pment.

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Highly proficient in acquiring proper images for requested exams.

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Highly proficient in proper techniques of CPR.

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Ability to lift and move patients from transport equipment to exam table and back.

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Ability to recognize pathology and bring to the physician’s attention.

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Demonstrated ability to ease patients’ concerns/anxieties regarding x-ray procedures, communicate effectively and interact with patients in a highly professional manner.

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Highly proficient in the understanding and application of HIPAA privacy and security standards.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*

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Bilingual skills in English and the Keres native language.

• Prior experience working with Indian Health Services (IHS), a Tribe or Tribal organization.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT*

Work environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. In addition, the work is performed in a clinic outpatient setting and may include exposure to infection, disoriented patients, and communicable diseases. This position may be exposed to certain health risks that are inherent when working within a health center facility.

Physical demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk and hear.
Must be able to see equipment read outs and assist patients. Must be able to communicate in person; telephone and electronically.
Must be able to position patients for exam up to 75% of the time in the performance of the job. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move patients from transport equipment to exam table and back of up 250 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with patients, vendors and staff.

Mental demands:
There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The employee must also multi-task and interact with a wider variety of people on various and, at times, complicated issues.

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OTHER*

All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient care to the fullest extent. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate termination.

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Disclaimer: ** The information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees in this** position**. **It is not designed to contain**,** or be interpreted as**, a** comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this **position**.** Employees will be asked to perform other duties as needed._*
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT*

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Job Type: Full-time

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