Radiology Manager at Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC

Description

Summary

Perfect role for a professional who values a responsible, high energy position in a collaborative team environment where they can work closely with Physicians.  The Radiology Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and directing all aspects of our private practice Radiology Department.  Our Management Team is highly appreciated for their dedication and hard work, and are well supported by the organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversees imaging personnel, processes and day-to-day needs for 10 locations for a private Orthopedic group including x-ray, DEXA and ultrasound.
• Selects, orients/trains, monitors, evaluates department staff including radiology technologists.
• Creates department staff schedules, approves PTO based on department needs and performs time and attendance for payroll.
• Ensures maintenance of equipment and materials. Researches and introduces new equipment and techniques and conducts related in-services.
• Works closely with Clinical Directors to optimize patient flow and address concerns.
• Evaluates and maintains the quality of radiographs and films, procedures and services.
• Manages radiologic services in accordance with clinical and governmental standards and within an established budget.
• Facilitates the development and achievement of mission, goals, policies, budget, work methods.
• Reviews department performance and ensures compliance, accreditation, legal and other regulatory requirements.
• Collects/analyzes data, prepares and presents information/statistics for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• Serves as liaison with medical staff.
• Orders departmental supplies per approved budget

Requirements

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree preferred. 
• Completion of course in radiologic technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Current certification (AART) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Experience

• Minimum three years experience as radiologic technologist
• Two years supervisory experience including administrative/budgetary duties.

Knowledge

• Principles, practices, techniques of radiology to direct and backup the activities of staff.
• Radiology standards to monitor and evaluate work of technologists.
• Anatomy and physiology sufficient to pinpoint area for radiography.
• Radiology equipment and testing to determine needs and evaluate equipment for purchase.
• Safety requirements to provide instructions and to recognize and correct hazardous conditions.

Skills

• Anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations, identifying and resolving problems.
• Writing reports and preparing correspondence.
• Developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
• Providing guidance and instruction to technologists.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Abilities

• Evaluate utilization statistics and other data and make program recommendations.
• Determine budget needs and maintain expenditures within budget.
• Communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Work Environment

• Combination of office and radiology settings. 
• Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Physical Demands

• Combination of sedentary, walking, lifting, bending, reaching activities.
• Requires normal vision range and the absence of color­ blindness.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds. May need to transfer patients up to 300 pounds. 
• Performs complex and varied tasks requiring independent knowledge. 
• Occasional stress from balancing multiple demands.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.