Diagnostic Imaging Manager

This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more

information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/7483443

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Executive Director

Position Summary The Diagnostic Imaging Manager is a working-manager

position responsible for supervising the provision of

quality care provided by the diagnostic imaging staff and all aspects of

day-to-day operations of the

department in addition to the day-to-day responsibilities of one or more

department modalities. Through collaboration with all members of the

health-care team, strives to create a positive patient-centered culture;

and a culture where the staff is encouraged to grow in knowledge and

skills to further the quality care provided at WMRMC. Under the

direction of the Executive Director, the Diagnostic Imaging Manager acts

as a

liaison between department staff and administration advocating for both

patient and staff needs. The position

exercises considerable judgment in applying professional knowledge in

solving problems within established policies and practices, requires

strong communication skills to interact with patients, and other health

team

members while maintaining all standards of care. This position is safety

sensitive and subject to WMRMCs Drug & Alcohol Policy.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions. 1. Direct and coordinate the service of radiology and diagnostic

imaging procedures and complete

regular quality checks on equipment to ensure proper function.

2. Provide a safe environment by monitoring radioactive exposure to

staff and patients and complete necessary reporting as required by state

and federal agencies.

3. Ensure adherence to Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency (ARRA) and

federal guidelines for radiation rules and regulations with the help of

the physicist.

4. Comply with the policies and procedures, ethical standards and code

of conduct set forth by facility. 5. Organize, supervise and monitor the

provision of the specialized clinical services, practices and

procedures for the Radiology Department. Ensure all applicable

guidelines for accreditation, quality

assurance and safe patient care are met. 6. Ensure the standard of

patient care is being met through the judicial review of occurrence

reports in

the WMRMC quality program and participates in quality improvement

through setting impactful quality measures.

7. Maintain a high degree of patient satisfaction. Assure

customer/patient service needs are met.

Monitor patient service feedback and contributes to the process of

resolving complaints and service issues.

8. Participate in annual department budget creation; monitor and

control expenditures to ensure the accomplishment of objectives within

the approved budget; and manage budget through the year to

reduce waste in time, resources, and processes. 9. Negotiate, administer

and monitor contracts with outside vendors, consultants for services and

equipment within the department.

10. Participate in the development and implementation of department

goals, objectives, policies and guidelines and manage yearly

departmental goals to maintain focus, build teamwork and ensure

outcomes. 11. Maintain a positive working relationship with medical

staff, nursing staff, and clinical staff.

Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter

with patients, families,

visitors and other employees. 12. Act as liaison between staff and

administration. Advocate for staff; make recommendations based on

staff input to CNO and administration.

Job Description Manager Diagnostic Imaging

13. Identify areas of improvement for day to day operations, and

collect input from employees to implement more efficient methods.

14. Identify, develop and manage specif c processes that develop staff

morale, recognition and growth. 15. Conduct regular communication with

staff regarding departmental changes, needs and requirements.

Maintain open door policy.

16. Accomplish department and human resources objectives by selecting,

orientating, training, coaching, and addressing personnel issues;

recommending compensation actions; adhering to policies and

procedures to promote a productive and supportive work environment. 17.

Approve all payroll documentation including those dealing with sick

leave, vacation, overtime, on-call

pay and related matters. 18. Assure employee competencies and long-term

development through regular performance evaluations

and promote professional development within the delivery of care.

19. Organize available staff in such a way as to maximize quality

patient care. Develop work schedules, on call assignments, and other

methods of assuring adequate staff coverage; manage the scheduling

of patients. 20. Identify department specific education needs and

opportunities, and communicate with Education

Program Manager to facilitate and meet these needs.

21. Attend management and clinical meetings on a regu