ARNP

The Advanced Practice Provider (PA-C or ARNP) is a Full Time, Regular position working Monday-Friday with no call at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, WA.

Summary: To obtain the highest quality radiological exams under the direct or indirect supervision of a radiologist per established Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols.

General Description: The Advanced Practice Provider must be able to: work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment in meeting continual deadlines; handle multiple priorities in busy hospital with constant interruptions; be highly organized to meet deadlines. Interactions with radiologists, other departments within Inland Imaging and Kadlec Regional Medical Center, patients and family members and outside contacts is key. Must have excellent written, verbal and personal communication skills; be tactful and diplomatic; and be highly confidential. Must make decisions regarding daily work priorities, and other decisions based on company policies and procedures.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Works independently using his or her best professional judgment while practicing medicine within his or her scope of practice with physician supervision. Works interdependently with other health care providers and health care staff in a team environment.
* Consults with and coordinates patient care with practice physicians, referring provider community, other specialists, pharmacists, nurses, or other health care professionals as appropriate. Perform history and physicals, and discharge summaries.
* Perform clinical exams/procedures within the scope of practice.
* Administer oral and IV contrast for radiographic exams as directed by protocol and/or the radiologist. Monitor patient for contrast reaction.
* Determine need for patient sedation and write clinically appropriate sedation orders.
* Coordinate patient care between radiologist and technical staff to facilitate a smooth workflow.
* Review images with technical staff and radiologist to provide optimal patient care.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

* There is little or no supervisory responsibility in this position
General Duties and Responsibilities:

* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland's customers.
* Honest, pleasant manner, and professional personal hygiene.
* Free of alcohol and drug abuse.
* Valid state drivers license and proof of insurance.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Detail oriented, ability to multi-task, organized, and able to work in a fast paced environment.
* Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.
* Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages
* Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.
* Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.
* Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.
* Attendance is required for this position.
* Attends and provides input on multiple committees for both Inland Imaging and Providence Services.
Advocacy:
Treats all patients with dignity and respect Provides excellent customer service Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations Complies with PHI (Protected health Information) Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core Values

* Show We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Always Aim Higher
Qualifications:

* Education: Completed an advanced formal education program
* Licensed as a PA-C or ARNP in the State of Washington
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Detail oriented, organized, ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to learn new computer applications and utilize in the work environment.
* Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages
* Computer Skills: Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Kronos; Replicon; Imagecast; Stentor; IDXterm; Flowcast; Allscripts; Web Portals
* Background Check:
* Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW 43.43.830-840 to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adults
* In order to comply with provisions set forth in Sections 1128 and 1156 of the Social Security Act, all new employees of Inland Imaging, LLC will be checked against the LIST OF EXCLUDED INDIVIDUALS provided by the Department of Health & Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Employees must not be included on this list.

* Drug Test: Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.