Area Imaging Director San Jose CA San Jose, CA
In conjunction with the Chief(s) of Diagnostic Imaging, responsible for the operational, service and fiscal management of Diagnostic Imaging Services across the medical center or Service Area (typically multiple inpatient settings and/or large tertiary setting, and one or more outpatient settings). Develops a strategic approach to achieve an integrated service line for diagnostic imaging across multiple sites Directs the operations of full service, high volume, multiple imaging sites (inpatient and outpatient, 7 days, 24 hours) which generally includes Radiology, MRI, CT, I/R, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, Mammography, Cardiac Cath Labs and Imaging Files.
Essential Functions:
- In conjunction with the Chief(s), directs the operations of diagnostic imaging to meet the clinical needs of physicians, staff and members across the service line.
- Oversees all administrative, technical and clerical operations of the Imaging Services to ensure quality, access and budget goals are achieved.
- Coordinates the operations of department across multiple sites by maintaining appropriate staffing levels, developing/monitoring performance improvement, safety, quality and regulatory standards.
- Develops the strategic planning of major facilities construction/renovation projects to ensure the safe and effective placement of imaging equipment and efficiency of operations.
- Ensures imaging service levels are maintained during periods of construction and transition.
- In conjunction with the Chief(s) of Diagnostic Imaging, develops and administers imaging standards and protocols for the delivery of medical imaging services in keeping with service, value, quality, and access goals of the organization.
- Oversees fiscal management of the department, including forecasting and monitoring of operating performance.
- Identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of service.
- Directs the management of human resources, labor relations, employee and department safety and risk management issues.
- Accountable for the on-going training and development of technical and administrative imaging staff.
- Recommends the acquisition and implementation of new technology based on knowledge of developments in diagnostic imaging technology.
- Accountable for adherence to state and federal rules and regulations on safety and quality assurance programs.
- Ensures compliance with The Joint Commission, MQSA, federal, state and local agencies.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Extensive experience as a manager in a full service imaging department required (usually 8 to 10 years).
- Previous experience managing in a union environment strongly preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Health Care, Business or equivalent experience required.
- Masters degree preferred.
- Certification as CRT, CNMT, or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred.
- Working knowledge and recent experience in a high volume imaging department preferred.
- Previous leadership accomplishments in health care as well as demonstrated achievements in management and staff development required.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills and a track record of previous administrative project initiatives, labor relations and human relations skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of federal state and local regulatory standards required.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
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