Imaging Services Director - Trinity Oakland

Job Title

Working under the direction of the Regional Director, provides leadership, management and technical direction of modalities and oversees the colleagues, operational and financial activities of location. Collaborates with medical and administrative stakeholders to develop, coordinate, and integrate the delivery of Radiology services across the full continuum of care.

Fulfills Director expectations as developed by the Operational Council and Senior Leadership.

Required Education, Experience and Certification/Licensure

• Graduate from an approved Radiology program required.
• B.A. or B.S. degree in Radiology Technology and/or Healthcare/Business Management required;
• Masters degree preferred.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and/or licensed by the State of Michigan.

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of Radiology Services Management experience required. Prior experience working in both acute and ambulatory environments, preferred.
• Practical experience and/or a basic knowledge of the various sub-specialty radiology imaging modalities, required.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and cognitive skills necessary to prepare budgets and interpret financial trends, define system problems, develop alternatives, and implement new procedures that are cost effective and continuously improve quality.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to develop innovative programs and strategies to effectively respond to a changing healthcare environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty and integrity with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities May Include

• Develop short and long-range plans that support the mission of the organization, the strategic plan, departmental and team goals and objectives. Monitors trends and initiates action plans as necessary to reach financial and performance targets.
• Develops capital budgets for the department.
• Leads or participates in initiatives to improve productivity, resource management and operational effectiveness. Coordinates and plans for major projects to support growth and expansion.
• Develop operational structure for Imaging Department. Determine competencies of department/service staff and volunteers. Ensure adequate coverage and provision of care through staff schedule.
• Assures quality and safety standards are consistently achieved while providing leadership in risk management, patient safety and legal issues.
• Assures compliance with regulatory and environmental agencies.
• Identifies and assists in the resolution of problems related to environmental safety, sanitation, maintenance, and aesthetics.
• Manages vendor relationships by negotiating contract terms (i.e. service levels or deliverables), completion of contract review and approval process in accordance with policy.
• Develops and maintains policies and procedures that align with Imaging Services activities.
• Demonstrates commitment to leadership and staff development by engaging staff, as appropriate, in the decision-making, problem-solving and conflict resolution process. Delegates authority and responsibility as appropriate, using delegation as a means to empower staff and teams, enhancing growth and performance.
• Recruits and retains the highest quality staff assuring orientation, training, continuing education, and annual competencies are in place to deliver quality care and services.
• Creates a work climate that empowers staff and values individual contributions. Promotes a healthy, trusting, and positive work environment and develops effective intra-and inter-departmental teams.
• Appropriately plans and implements succession planning and staff development.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and latest developments in imaging technology.
• Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, associates, and visitors to St. Joseph Mercy Health System. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.
• Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of SJMHS.
• Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

Other Functions and Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.