Job Summary:
This position, under the direction of a supervisory physician, is responsible for providing high-quality, general medical care and treatment to Oyate Health Center (OHC) patients.
Essential Functions and Professional Behavior Expectations
Professional Behavior
Requirements
Participates in Core Connections training and applies GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work. Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations. Possess the ability to resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision. Able to exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to community members, consumers and other employees of the organization. Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies. Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations.Supervisory Controls
The supervisor provides administrative direction with assignments in terms of broadly defined goals or functions.
The employee usually has responsibility for independently planning, designing, and carrying out programs, projects, studies, or other work.
Results of the work are considered technically authoritative and are normally accepted without significant change. If the work should be reviewed, the review concerns such matters as fulfillment of program objectives, effect of advice and influence on the overall program, or the contribution to the advancement of technology. Recommendations for new projects and alteration of objectives usually are evaluated for such considerations as availability of funds and other resources, broad program goals, or established priorities.
Guidelines
Guidelines include state and federal laws and regulations, OHC policies and procedures, OHC Medical Staff Bylaws, professional standards of medical practice, medical standing orders, and Centers or Medicare and Medicaid Services Conditions of Participation manual. These guidelines are not applicable to every situation encountered and require independent judgment, selection and interpretation in application.
Complexity/Scope of Work
The work includes varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods that are applied to a broad range of activities or substantial depth of analysis, typically for an administrative or professional field. Decisions regarding what needs to be done include major areas of uncertainty in approach, methodology, or interpretation and evaluation processes that result from such elements as continuing changes in program, technological developments, unknown phenomena, or conflicting requirements.
The work requires originating new techniques, establishing criteria, or developing new information.
The work involves isolating and defining unknown conditions, resolving critical problems, or developing new theories.
The work product or service affects the work of other experts, the development of major aspects of administrative or scientific programs or missions, or the well-being of substantial numbers of people.
Contacts
Contacts are typically with clinical providers, patients, employees, community resource agencies, patient family members, CDC, State Departments of Health, local Health Departments, Tribal Health programs, and the general public.
Contacts are primarily for obtaining, furnishing, exchanging and providing factual medical information.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines; exposure to contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear, such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields.
The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity. The employee must be able to read, write, speak and hear.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility
This is a non-supervisory position that may provide functional direction, guidance and instruction to other employees when necessary. This position possess authority to assign, coordinate, and review quality and quantity of work of other employees. Instructs employees in specific techniques or technical methods for accomplishing work assignments. The employee may perform the same type of work as other employees but may be responsible for performance of the more technically difficult, controversial, or sensitive work assigned to the unit or group.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree and three (3) years of relevant experience, or bachelor's degree and five (5) years of progressively responsible relevant experience. The experience required for supervisory/management positions will be inclusive of at least three (3) years of supervisory/management experience.This is a senior professional and/or management position that requires post-secondary education and/or considerable experience or a clinical degree requiring a clinical rotation/internship. Individuals must have applicable education and/or experience applying principles, concepts, and methodology of a professional or administrative occupation to permit the independent performance of recurring assignments or carrying out difficult/complex assignments, operations, and procedures; or applicable education and/or experience applying a wide range of technical methods, principles, and practices similar to a narrow area of a professional field such as the design and planning of difficult, but well-precedented projects.The GPTLHB is a tribal organization which follows tribal preference laws. It is our policy to give preference to qualified Indian/Tribal candidates over qualified non-native candidates in hiring decisions, if all other qualifications are equal.
Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
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This position is responsible for performing duties as a full-time staff Radiologist with responsibility for performing and interpreting general and special diagnostic radiologic procedures including Mammography, CT, MRI, and ultrasonography and act as lead interpreting Physician for the FDA approved mammography program at the Oyáte Health Center (OHC).
Essential Functions and Professional Behavior Expectations:
Responsible for diagnosing and treating illness or injury through the use of medical imaging techniques.Recommends methods and procedures for coordination of radiological services with other medical activities and advises on the kind and quantity of personnel, supplies and equipment.Performs all the responsibilities of a radiologist including performing all non- fluoroscopic procedures; interprets all radiologic or other imaging examinations.Evaluate Patients’ medical history to ensure tests will not cause harm; suggest alternative diagnostic techniques when necessary.Consults with providers concerning which radiologic examinations are necessary for accurate diagnosis based on the patient's physical condition, history, and symptomatology. Responsible for the evaluation and comprehensive interpretive reports of findings for general, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and mammography exams.Serves as consultant to clinicians in interpreting radiologic findings and assist in determining nature and extent of diagnosis through proper sequential application of various diagnostic modalities.Consults with providers concerning referrals of patients requiring highly specialized services to other hospitals. Prescribes x rays, for specific body areas to be taken by technologist.Administers contrast substances when necessary. Administer or maintain conscious sedation during and after procedures.Interpret images using computer-aided detection or diagnosis systems; analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems.Records diagnosis and recommendations for inclusion in patient's record and forwards to attending physician when appropriate. Provide counseling to radiologic patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments; explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.Serve as an offsite teleradiologist for facilities that do not have on-site radiologists.Actively participates in clinic quality improvement activities.Participate in meetings and represent OHC as required. Utilization of EHR with accurate timely notes to ensure required documentation is entered for billing and referrals; collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examinations results.Must comply with federal laws and regulations as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Privacy Act of 1974.Performs related duties as assigned.
Professional Behavior
Effectively plan, organize workload, and schedule time to meet the demands of the position.Work in a cooperative and professional manner with OHC and GPTCHB staff.Treat Great Plains tribes and collaborators with dignity and respect.Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.Advance personal educational development by attending training sessions and seminars as appropriate.Exemplify excellent customer service with tribal stakeholders, health board colleagues, program partners, service recipients, visitors, and guests. Foster a work environment of wellness, courtesy, friendliness, helpfulness, and respect. Relate well and work collaboratively with coworkers and all levels of staff in a professional manner. Consistently demonstrate respect for and acceptance of differing capabilities, cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or personalities. Maintain and ensure organizational privacy and confidentiality. Handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally.Be self-directed and take proactive initiative to assist others. Resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision if needed. Exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment. Promote an alcohol, tobacco, and drug-free lifestyle.Embrace modes of appearance and attire that reflect a professional presence. Adhere to GPTCHB policies and procedures.Requirements
Participates in Core Connections training and applies GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work.Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations. Possess the ability to resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision. Able to exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to community members, consumers and other employees of the organization. Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies. Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations.Supervisory Controls
The supervisor provides administrative direction with assignments in terms of broadly defined goals or functions.
The employee usually has responsibility for independently planning, designing, and carrying out programs, projects, studies, or other work.
Results of the work are considered technically authoritative and are normally accepted without significant change. If the work should be reviewed, the review concerns such matters as fulfillment of program objectives, effect of advice and influence on the overall program, or the contribution to the advancement of technology. Recommendations for new projects and alteration of objectives usually are evaluated for such considerations as availability of funds and other resources, broad program goals, or established priorities.
Guidelines
Guidelines include state and federal laws and regulations, OHC policies and procedures, OHC Medical Staff Bylaws, professional standards of medical practice, medical standing orders, and Centers or Medicare and Medicaid Services Conditions of Participation manual. These guidelines are not applicable to every situation encountered and require independent judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
Complexity/Scope of Work
The work includes varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods that are applied to a broad range of activities or substantial depth of analysis, typically for an administrative or professional field. Decisions regarding what needs to be done include major areas of uncertainty in approach, methodology, or interpretation and evaluation processes that result from such elements as continuing changes in program, technological developments, unknown phenomena, or conflicting requirements.
The work requires originating new techniques, establishing criteria, or developing new information.
The work involves isolating and defining unknown conditions, resolving critical problems, or developing new theories.
The work product or service affects the work of other experts, the development of major aspects of administrative or scientific programs or missions, or the well-being of substantial numbers of people.
Contacts
Contacts are typically with clinical providers, patients, employees, community resource agencies, patient family members, CDC, State Departments of Health, local Health Departments, Tribal Health programs, and the general public.
Contacts are primarily for obtaining, furnishing, exchanging and providing factual medical information.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. The employee must be able to read, write, speak and hear.
The work involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines; exposure to contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear, such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility
This is a non-supervisory position that provides medical direction, guidance, and instruction to other employees when necessary. This position possess authority to assign, coordinate, and review quality and quantity of work of other employees. Instructs employees in specific techniques or technical methods for accomplishing work assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy degree from an accredited medical school and successful completion of post graduate training in an approved residency program to practice medicine in the specialty field of Radiology. Certification from the American Board of Radiology (ABR) required. Must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice Medicine from any US State or Territory.Must obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements.Current BLS certification, ALS certification, and PALS certification.Native American/American Indian Preference in hiring will be applied as defined in title 25 usc 44-46 &474.
Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks and pre-employment drug screen.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
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Read LessJob Summary:
This position is responsible for performing duties as a full-time staff Radiologist with responsibility for performing and interpreting general and special diagnostic radiologic procedures including Mammography, CT, MRI, and ultrasonography and act as lead interpreting Physician for the FDA approved mammography program at the Oyáte Health Center (OHC).
Essential Functions and Professional Behavior Expectations:
Responsible for diagnosing and treating illness or injury through the use of medical imaging techniques.Recommends methods and procedures for coordination of radiological services with other medical activities and advises on the kind and quantity of personnel, supplies and equipment.Performs all the responsibilities of a radiologist including performing all non- fluoroscopic procedures; interprets all radiologic or other imaging examinations.Evaluate Patients’ medical history to ensure tests will not cause harm; suggest alternative diagnostic techniques when necessary.Consults with providers concerning which radiologic examinations are necessary for accurate diagnosis based on the patient's physical condition, history, and symptomatology. Responsible for the evaluation and comprehensive interpretive reports of findings for general, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and mammography exams.Serves as consultant to clinicians in interpreting radiologic findings and assist in determining nature and extent of diagnosis through proper sequential application of various diagnostic modalities.Consults with providers concerning referrals of patients requiring highly specialized services to other hospitals. Prescribes x rays, for specific body areas to be taken by technologist.Administers contrast substances when necessary. Administer or maintain conscious sedation during and after procedures.Interpret images using computer-aided detection or diagnosis systems; analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems.Records diagnosis and recommendations for inclusion in patient's record and forwards to attending physician when appropriate. Provide counseling to radiologic patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments; explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.Serve as an offsite teleradiologist for facilities that do not have on-site radiologists.Actively participates in clinic quality improvement activities.Participate in meetings and represent OHC as required. Utilization of EHR with accurate timely notes to ensure required documentation is entered for billing and referrals; collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examinations results.Must comply with federal laws and regulations as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Privacy Act of 1974.Performs related duties as assigned.
Professional Behavior
Effectively plan, organize workload, and schedule time to meet the demands of the position.Work in a cooperative and professional manner with OHC and GPTCHB staff.Treat Great Plains tribes and collaborators with dignity and respect.Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.Advance personal educational development by attending training sessions and seminars as appropriate.Exemplify excellent customer service with tribal stakeholders, health board colleagues, program partners, service recipients, visitors, and guests. Foster a work environment of wellness, courtesy, friendliness, helpfulness, and respect. Relate well and work collaboratively with coworkers and all levels of staff in a professional manner. Consistently demonstrate respect for and acceptance of differing capabilities, cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or personalities. Maintain and ensure organizational privacy and confidentiality. Handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally.Be self-directed and take proactive initiative to assist others. Resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision if needed. Exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment. Promote an alcohol, tobacco, and drug-free lifestyle.Embrace modes of appearance and attire that reflect a professional presence. Adhere to GPTCHB policies and procedures.Requirements
Participates in Core Connections training and applies GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work.Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations. Possess the ability to resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision. Able to exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to community members, consumers and other employees of the organization. Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies. Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations.Supervisory Controls
The supervisor provides administrative direction with assignments in terms of broadly defined goals or functions.
The employee usually has responsibility for independently planning, designing, and carrying out programs, projects, studies, or other work.
Results of the work are considered technically authoritative and are normally accepted without significant change. If the work should be reviewed, the review concerns such matters as fulfillment of program objectives, effect of advice and influence on the overall program, or the contribution to the advancement of technology. Recommendations for new projects and alteration of objectives usually are evaluated for such considerations as availability of funds and other resources, broad program goals, or established priorities.
Guidelines
Guidelines include state and federal laws and regulations, OHC policies and procedures, OHC Medical Staff Bylaws, professional standards of medical practice, medical standing orders, and Centers or Medicare and Medicaid Services Conditions of Participation manual. These guidelines are not applicable to every situation encountered and require independent judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
Complexity/Scope of Work
The work includes varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods that are applied to a broad range of activities or substantial depth of analysis, typically for an administrative or professional field. Decisions regarding what needs to be done include major areas of uncertainty in approach, methodology, or interpretation and evaluation processes that result from such elements as continuing changes in program, technological developments, unknown phenomena, or conflicting requirements.
The work requires originating new techniques, establishing criteria, or developing new information.
The work involves isolating and defining unknown conditions, resolving critical problems, or developing new theories.
The work product or service affects the work of other experts, the development of major aspects of administrative or scientific programs or missions, or the well-being of substantial numbers of people.
Contacts
Contacts are typically with clinical providers, patients, employees, community resource agencies, patient family members, CDC, State Departments of Health, local Health Departments, Tribal Health programs, and the general public.
Contacts are primarily for obtaining, furnishing, exchanging and providing factual medical information.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. The employee must be able to read, write, speak and hear.
The work involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines; exposure to contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear, such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility
This is a non-supervisory position that provides medical direction, guidance, and instruction to other employees when necessary. This position possess authority to assign, coordinate, and review quality and quantity of work of other employees. Instructs employees in specific techniques or technical methods for accomplishing work assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy degree from an accredited medical school and successful completion of post graduate training in an approved residency program to practice medicine in the specialty field of Radiology. Certification from the American Board of Radiology (ABR) required. Must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice Medicine from any US State or Territory.Must obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements.Current BLS certification, ALS certification, and PALS certification.Native American/American Indian Preference in hiring will be applied as defined in title 25 usc 44-46 &474.
Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks and pre-employment drug screen.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
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Company DescriptionAbout Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board:
The Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board represents 18 tribal nations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Our mission is to improve the health and sovereignty of Great Plains tribal nations through culturally grounded care and advocacy. We strive for excellence in tribal health through culturally guided service, innovation, and advocacy.
Company DescriptionAbout Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board:\r\n\r\nThe Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board represents 18 tribal nations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Our mission is to improve the health and sovereignty of Great Plains tribal nations through culturally grounded care and advocacy. We strive for excellence in tribal health through culturally guided service, innovation, and advocacy. Read LessJob Summary:
This position is responsible for providing comprehensive medical care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients of the Oyate Health Center (OHC).
Essential Functions:
Professional Behavior
Requirements
Knowledge Required
Knowledge and ability necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.Knowledge of the principle of growth and development over the life span. Knowledge of diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic medical care.Knowledge of the scientific process including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of complex and subtle patient needs and interventions.Knowledge of infection control standards and protocols.Knowledge of diversity and cultural difference of Native American populations, and the ability to appreciate cultural differences and their effect on healthcare delivery.Ability to identify, categorize, and perform clinical services to address each patient’s age-specific needs, i.e., infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients.Ability to work with personal computer and utilize a variety of software applications, including database and office software systems. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact and sensitivity.Ability to collect, organize, record, and proficiently communicate data relevant to primary health assessments.Skill in identifying factors that adversely impact health status and are not susceptible to treatment by accepted methods.Skilled in critical thinking, deductive reasoning and decision making.Skill in problem solving, mediating, and resolving disputes.Skill in prioritizing and planning.Skill in interpersonal relations.Skill in use of personal computer and a variety of job-related software applications.Supervisory Controls
The supervisor assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor reviews completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of OHC operations and patient outcomes.
Guidelines
Guidelines include state and federal laws and regulations, OHC policies and procedures, OHC Medical Staff Bylaws, professional standards of medical practice, medical standing orders, and Centers or Medicare and Medicaid Services Conditions of Participation manual. These guidelines are not applicable to every situation encountered and require independent judgment, selection and interpretation in application.
Complexity/Scope of Work
This position consists of patient care duties. The purpose of this position is to provide patient care to the patients of OHC. Successful performance ensures the effective and efficient operation of the OHC and affects the quality of care and patient outcomes.
Contacts
Contacts are typically with patients, OHC and GPTLHB employees, members of the general public, personnel of other IHS facilities, and providers.
Contacts are primarily for obtaining, furnishing, exchanging, and providing factual medical information.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work is typically performed standing or sitting. The work is typically performed in a clinic setting which requires normal safety precaution for infection control and environmental safety measures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move light objects, and occasional lift heavier objects.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility
This is non-supervisory position that provides medical guidance and direction to OHC staff.
Minimum Qualifications
The GPTLHB is a tribal organization which follows tribal preference laws. It is our policy to give preference to qualified Indian/Tribal candidates over qualified non-native candidates in hiring decisions, if all other qualifications are equal.
Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
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Company DescriptionAbout Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board:
The Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board represents 18 tribal nations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Our mission is to improve the health and sovereignty of Great Plains tribal nations through culturally grounded care and advocacy. We strive for excellence in tribal health through culturally guided service, innovation, and advocacy.
Company DescriptionAbout Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board:\r\n\r\nThe Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board represents 18 tribal nations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Our mission is to improve the health and sovereignty of Great Plains tribal nations through culturally grounded care and advocacy. We strive for excellence in tribal health through culturally guided service, innovation, and advocacy. Read LessJob Summary:
This position is responsible for providing professional clinical social work services to Oyate Health Center (OHC) patients.
Essential Functions:
Works in close collaboration with physicians and other health care personnel in patient evaluation and treatment to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem.Provides independent mental health assessments and therapy by observation, interpretation and intervention of the full range of complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health disorders as outlined by the DSM-5.Provides professional social work services including diagnostic treatment and assessment for individuals, families, and groups; develops interventions based on the above needs assessment and exercises professional judgement in consultation with the supervisory behavioral health provider in providing problem-focused, culturally appropriate care.Provides social work services in homes, schools, clinics, job sites, and other community locations to eligible individuals as directed.Provides case management for ongoing follow-up of cases and coordinates treatment referrals once cases are stabilized within the intervention team.Organizes, coordinates, develops, and leads therapeutic groups for individuals and families of all ages.Provides crisis intervention services to clients with a wide variety of acute mental health problems.Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish, organizational goals.Provides professional written documentation for the medical records (Electronic Health Records); provides statistical and other reports as requested.Serves as a liaison to other health care professionals/agencies and social welfare agencies, including tribal, state, federal and private entities.Establishes and maintains a multi-disciplinary integrated treatment plan and case management. Coordinate with Purchased Referred Care in developing resources for difficult and/or high-cost cases.Must comply with federal laws and regulations as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Privacy Act of 1974.Performs related duties as assigned.Requirements
Participates in Core Connections training and applies GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work.Exemplify excellent customer service with tribal stakeholders, health board colleagues, program partners, service recipients, visitors and guests.Foster a work environment of wellness, courtesy, friendliness, helpfulness and respect.Relate well and work collaboratively with coworkers and all levels of staff in a professional manner.Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations.Consistently demonstrate respect for and acceptance of differing capabilities, cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or personalities.Maintain and ensure organizational privacy and confidentiality.Must be able to handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally.Must be self-directed and take proactive initiative to assist others.Possess the ability to resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision.Able to exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment.Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to community members, consumers and other employees of the organization.Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies.Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations.Ability to promote an alcohol-, tobacco- and drug-free lifestyle.Embrace modes of appearance and attire that reflect a professional presence.Adhere to GPTCHB policies and procedures.Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work or Clinical Counseling and experience in the occupational field, sufficient to perform the major duties of the position, and to be able to answer questions and resolve problems.Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (CSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in any US State or Territory.Must successfully pass a criminal and background check, and a pre-employment drug screen.
The GPTLHB is a tribal organization which follows tribal preference laws. It is our policy to give preference to qualified Indian/Tribal candidates overqualified non-native candidates in hiring decisions, if all other qualifications are equal.
Company Description
About Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board:
The Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board represents 18 tribal nations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Our mission is to improve the health and sovereignty of Great Plains tribal nations through culturally grounded care and advocacy. We strive for excellence in tribal health through culturally guided service, innovation, and advocacy.
Company DescriptionAbout Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board:\r\n\r\nThe Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board represents 18 tribal nations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Our mission is to improve the health and sovereignty of Great Plains tribal nations through culturally grounded care and advocacy. We strive for excellence in tribal health through culturally guided service, innovation, and advocacy. Read LessJob Summary:
This position is responsible for performing radiologic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians and other licensed medical providers in diagnosing the disease and injuries of Oyate Health Center(OHC) patients.
Essential Functions:
Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of the specified area of the body requested by the physician. Moves imaging equipment into specified positions, and determines exposure factors based on height, weight, the portion of the body involved, and the degree of penetration required.Adjust equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy. Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patients and staff. Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures. Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. Prepares images for reading by radiologists or requesting physicians. Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, and arranges for repairs as needed. Responsible for establishing and maintaining the Quality Assurance/Quality Control programs required of the Radiology program. Schedules appointment for patient examinations. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed. Responsible for ordering and maintaining suppl;ies for the Radiology Department. Maintain effective, collaborative interdepartmental and external relations. Must comply with federal laws and regulations as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).Performs related duties.Requirements
Exemplify excellent customer service with tribal stakeholders, health board colleagues, program partners, service recipients, visitors and guests.Foster a work environment of wellness, courtesy, friendliness, helpfulness and respect.Relate well and work collaboratively with coworkers and all levels of staff in a professional manner.Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations. Consistently demonstrate respect for and acceptance of differing capabilities, cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or personalities. Maintain and ensure organizational privacy and confidentiality.Must be able to handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally.Must be self-directed and take proactive initiative to assist others.Possess the ability to resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision. Able to exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment.Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to community members, consumers and other employees of the organization.Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies.Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations.Ability to promote an alcohol-, tobacco- and drug-free lifestyle.Embrace modes of appearance and attire that reflect a professional presence.Adhere to GPTLHB policies and procedures.Education/Experience/Certificates/Credentials
Graduate of an Accredited Program of Radiologic Technology and one (1) year of experience as a radiologic technologist. Must have certification from the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).Current BLS certification for health care providers.Must successfully pass a criminal and background check and a pre-employment drug screen.Preferred experience on multiple modalities of diagnostic imaging.Must successfully pass a criminal and background check, and a pre-employment drug screen.The GPTLHB is a tribal organization which follows tribal preference laws. It is our policy to give preference to qualified Indian/Tribal candidates over qualified non-native candidates in hiring decisions, if all other qualifications are equal.
Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
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About Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board:
The Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board represents 18 tribal nations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Our mission is to improve the health and sovereignty of Great Plains tribal nations through culturally grounded care and advocacy. We strive for excellence in tribal health through culturally guided service, innovation, and advocacy.
Company DescriptionAbout Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board:\r\n\r\nThe Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board represents 18 tribal nations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Our mission is to improve the health and sovereignty of Great Plains tribal nations through culturally grounded care and advocacy. We strive for excellence in tribal health through culturally guided service, innovation, and advocacy. Read LessJob Summary:
The Clinical Director is responsible for providing medical oversight to their team, championing and driving improvement initiatives, supporting academic partnerships, serving as the clinical point of contact for grant projects, and delivering direct patient care. The Clinical Director also involves providing leadership and guidance to clinical staff, ensuring high-quality care, and advancing GPTLHB's mission through active participation in strategic planning and quality improvement efforts. This position works with other clinical staff to establish medical protocols and treatment regimens.
Essential Functions:
Provide comprehensive medical oversight to the clinical team, including physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices.
Collaborate with clinical staff to establish, review, and update medical protocols and treatment regimens that align with current evidence-based guidelines.
Monitor clinical operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies, addressing any deviations promptly.
Lead quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, safety, and operational efficiency within the clinic.
Identify areas for improvement through data analysis and feedback from staff and patients, and implement strategies to address identified gaps.
Collaborate with the Chief Improvement Director and other leadership team members to integrate improvement initiatives into the clinic’s strategic plan.
Establish and maintain relationships with academic institutions to support clinical education, research collaborations, and training programs.
Supervise and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, providing a supportive learning environment and ensuring educational goals are met.
Participate in curriculum development and educational activities that promote continuous learning among clinical staff.
Serve as the primary clinical liaison for grant-funded projects, ensuring that clinical perspectives are incorporated into project planning and execution.
Work with grant teams to develop project protocols, oversee clinical data collection, and ensure alignment with the clinic’s mission and patient care standards.
Provide clinical expertise in grant writing and reporting, contributing to the success and sustainability of funded initiatives.
Deliver high-quality direct patient care, including comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
Maintain an active patient panel, balancing administrative duties with clinical responsibilities to meet the needs of the patient population.
Stay current with advancements in medical care and integrate new practices into patient treatment as appropriate.
Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to clinical staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement.
Conduct regular team meetings, case reviews, and professional development sessions to promote high standards of clinical practice.
Address clinical performance issues and collaborate with HR and department leaders to implement corrective actions and professional development plans.
Actively participate in strategic planning sessions, contributing medical expertise to align clinical operations with GPTLHB's mission and goals.
Champion initiatives that support the health and well-being of the community, ensuring that clinic services are responsive to the needs of patients.
Engage with external stakeholders, including community leaders and healthcare partners, to promote the clinic’s mission and enhance service delivery.
Professional Behavior:
• Effectively plan, organize workload and schedule time to meet the demands of the position.
• Work in a cooperative and professional manner with OHC and GPTLHB staff.
• Treat Great Plains tribes and collaborators with dignity and respect.
• Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Advance personal educational development by attending training sessions and seminars as appropriate.
• Exemplify excellent customer service with tribal stakeholders, health board colleagues, program partners, service recipients, visitors and guests.
• Foster a work environment of wellness, courtesy, friendliness, helpfulness and respect.
• Relate well and work collaboratively with coworkers and all levels of staff in a professional manner.
• Consistently demonstrate respect for and acceptance of differing capabilities, cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or personalities.
• Maintain and ensure organizational privacy and confidentiality.
• Handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally.
• Be self-directed and take proactive initiative to assist others.
• Resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision if needed.
• Exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment.
• Promote an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free lifestyle.
• Embrace modes of appearance and attire that reflect a professional presence.
• Adhere to GPTLHB policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor
Requirements:
• Participates in Core Connections training and applies GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work.
• Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural, and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations.
• Possess the ability to resolve issues with other departments and coworkers without direct supervision.
• Able to exercise flexibility to alter plans/routines when situations require and continue to perform without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to community members, relatives, and employees of the organization.
• Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies.
• Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations.
Supervisory Control:
The supervisor sets the overall objectives and resources available. The employee and supervisor, in consultation, develop deadlines, projects, and work to be done.
The employee is considered an expert and is responsible for planning and carrying out the assignment, resolving most of the conflicts that arise, coordinating the work with others as necessary, and interpreting policy on their own initiative in terms of established objectives. In some assignments, the employee also determines the approach and methodology to be used. The employee keeps the supervisor informed of progress and potentially controversial matters.
Completed work is reviewed only from an overall standpoint in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work, or effectiveness in meeting requirements or expected results.
Guidelines:
Guidelines include state and federal laws and regulations, OHC policies and procedures, OHC Medical Staff Bylaws, professional standards of medical practice, medical standing orders, and Centers or Medicare and Medicaid Services Conditions of Participation manual. These guidelines are not applicable to every situation encountered and require independent judgment, selection and interpretation in application.
Complexity:
The work includes varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods that are applied to a broad range of activities or substantial depth of analysis, typically for an administrative or professional field. Decisions regarding what needs to be done include major areas of uncertainty in approach, methodology, or interpretation and evaluation processes that result from such elements as continuing changes in program, technological developments, unknown phenomena, or conflicting requirements.
The work requires originating new techniques, establishing criteria, or developing new information.
Scope and Effect:
The work involves isolating and defining unknown conditions, resolving critical problems, or developing new theories.
The work product or service affects the work of other experts, the development of major aspects of administrative or scientific programs or missions, or the well-being of substantial numbers of people.
Personal Contacts:
Contacts are typically with clinical providers, patients, employees, community resource agencies, patient family members, CDC, State Departments of Health, local Health Departments, Tribal Health programs, and the general public.
Purpose of Contacts:
Contacts are primarily for obtaining, furnishing, exchanging and providing factual medical information.
Physical Demands:
The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity. The employee must be able to read, write, speak and hear.
Work Environment:
The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, requiring use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility:
This position is a first level supervisor and is usually responsible for the work performance of a small group of employees or a larger group with a homogeneous objective (i.e., employees all perform same basic type of work). The employee is responsible for planning, organizing and monitoring day‑to‑day work on a short‑term cycle. This position assigns work to subordinates, adjusts workflow to maintain balance among positions and meet priorities or deadlines, and makes minor changes in structure, methods, or procedures as necessary to accommodate changes in work pattern, emphasis, or capability. The employee may recommend major changes for higher level action. The employee usually counsels with employees and hears and resolves minor complaints and grievances and participates in performance evaluation and personnel management recommendations.
Direct Reports:
Medical Staff
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an accredited medical school and successful completion of post graduate training and an approved residency program. Must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. State or Territory. Current, valid, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) License. Must obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements.
This is an executive-level management position requiring post-secondary education and/or considerable experience. Individuals must have applicable education and/or experience applying a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices of a professional or administrative occupation to difficult and complex work assignments; or applicable education and/or experience applying comprehensive, intensive, practical knowledge of a technical field, and skill in applying this knowledge to the development of new methods, approaches, or procedures.
Preferred Education Requirements:
Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
Current, valid, unrestricted DEA License.
Preferred Experience Requirements:
Licensed to practice medicine in any U.S. State or Territory.
Minimum of 5-7 years of clinical experience, with leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience in quality improvement, project management, or academic collaboration.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
The GPTLHB is a tribal organization that follows tribal preference laws. Our policy is to give preference to qualified Indian/Tribal candidates over qualified non-native candidates in hiring decisions if all other qualifications are equal.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks.
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