Interim Manager, Inpatient Radiology (Full-Time, Temporary, Exempt)

ENL Diagnostic Radiology

Exempt

Compensation range:

$55.23 - $89.68

Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience

Shift: Days, Exempt
Shift length: 8-Hours, Exempt
Days off: Saturday & Sunday, Variable
Hours per pay period: 80, Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manager of Radiology, under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services, is responsible for the coordination and supervision of the daily technical operation of the Radiology Department in order to provide safe, quality diagnostic procedures in an efficient, cost-effective manner. The Manager of Radiology participates in program development and department performance improvement. The Manager is responsible for carrying out assignments in a manner to assure success in financial management, human resources management, leadership, quality and operational management objectives.  The Manager of Radiology may perform direct patient diagnostic procedures and education to patients, families, students, and staff. They will directly supervise the Lead Technologists, the Senior Technologists and indirectly all individuals involved in the technical aspect of the Department.  The Manager of Radiology works closely with the clerical staff, nursing staff and the service engineers.  In addition, the Manager of Radiology will work with the managers and supervisors of other hospital departments to facilitate and coordinate imaging services. The Manager of Radiology consistently demonstrates the core values of Enloe Medical Center and serves as a role model to other employees.

The Manager:

• Participates in the development and management of department budgets and productivity targets.
• Manages human resources utilization, promotes employee satisfaction, supports staff development, and utilizes the progressive discipline process when appropriate.
• Leads employees, supports organizational goals and decisions, implements necessary changes, and participates in strategic planning for service needs and resource utilization.
• Maintains and promotes quality service and best practice.
• Participates in quality improvement processes and assures implementation of regulatory standards.
• Ensures service is provided considering the age-specific physiological, emotional, and cognitive needs of the patients served.
• Continually evaluates departmental function and the delivery of patient service. 
• Keeps Director and administration informed regarding level of care/service being provided and level of patient, employee, and physician satisfaction. 
• Acts as a liaison between the patient/family, physician and patient care team as necessary to problem solve. In conjunction with Director, translates knowledge of professional and regulatory standards to policies, practices, and procedures and maintains for current changes.
• Researches interdepartmental problems/issues and takes corrective action in timely manner and promotes respectful responsive communication between departments to promote patient centered care. 
• Supervises staff in service areas. Guides staff in the adherence to applicable standards of care / practice and/or departmental / organizational expectations. 
• Acts as a resource to other departments for education and information in area of expertise.
• Works with the managers and supervisors of other hospital departments to facilitate and coordinate imaging services.
• Maintains competencies and technical skills at a level to function fully in the clinical setting in area of expertise.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

• Five years’ experience as a staff technologist
• One year supervisory or management experience
• Knowledge of all diagnostic imaging modalities (Diagnostic, CT, Special Procedures, Ultrasound and Nuclear Medicine)

        

Desired:

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology, nursing or related field
• Five years recent management experience
• Membership in a professional organization and attendance to conferences regarding management and supervision of employees

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• Current full Certificate of Radiologic Technology issued by the Department of Health Services, State of California (CRT
• Current license issued by ARRT
• Current Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality improvement processes is necessary as well as the ability to successfully integrate these into practice for the assigned unit.  Must have knowledge of or abilit