Assistant Manager - Medical Imaging (Full-Time, Temporary, Days)

Enloe Health • Chico, CA

1d • $48 - $77

About The Position

Under the immediate supervision of the Manager, Medical Imaging, the Assistant Manager carries out assignments to support financial management, human resources management, leadership, quality, and operational management objectives in designated areas. The role assists with program development and department performance improvement and may perform direct patient diagnostic procedures and provide education to patients, families, students, and staff. The Assistant Manager directly supervises Lead Technologists and Senior Technologists and indirectly supervises individuals involved in the technical aspects of the department. The role works closely with clerical staff, nursing staff, and service engineers; demonstrates Enloe Health’s core values; and serves as a role model. The Assistant Manager is responsible for image quality control and enforcement of policies and procedures in designated areas.

This is a full-time, temporary position on the day shift, with 8-hour shifts, fixed days off on Saturday and Sunday, and 80 hours per pay period. The posted compensation range is $47.71–$77.47; the rate of pay is based on applicable experience.

Requirements

• Five years of experience working in Medical Imaging in an acute-care setting.
• Two years of supervisory experience in an acute-care setting.
• Current full Certificate of Radiologic Technology issued by the California Department of Health Services (CRT), or a current ARRT license, or related field experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, Title 17 and 22, and ACR survey/compliance and performance criteria.
• Thorough knowledge of human structure and function, patient care, positioning, radiographic exposure principles, quality assurance, radiation physics, radiation protection, radiobiology, and specialized techniques required for a Diagnostic Technologist.
• Self-motivation, excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and demonstrated leadership ability.
• Ability to respectfully motivate and delegate, analyze information, fulfill the position’s essential functions, monitor and evaluate resources, and make substantiated recommendations about resource allocation for daily patient imaging services.

Nice To Haves

• Three to five years of prior supervisory or managerial experience.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Certification in a specialized area from a recognized certifying agency (such as CRT, NMTBC, or MRI).

Responsibilities

• Participate in managing daily staffing requirements to help meet budgets and productivity targets.
• Promote employee satisfaction, support staff development, and use progressive discipline when appropriate.
• Support departmental organizational goals and decisions.
• Maintain and promote quality service and best practices in a staff- and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
• Participate in quality improvement processes and ensure implementation of regulatory standards.
• Observe and evaluate departmental operations and delivery of patient services.
• Keep the Director and administration informed about care and service levels and patient, employee, and physician satisfaction.
• Liaise among patients and families, physicians, and the patient care team to solve problems as needed.
• Work with the Director to apply professional and regulatory standards to policies, practices, and procedures and keep them current.
• Research interdepartmental problems and issues, take timely corrective action, and promote respectful, responsive communication across departments.
• Serve as an educational and informational resource to other departments in the area of expertise.
• Coordinate imaging services with other hospital departments.
• Maintain competencies and technical skills to function fully in the clinical setting in the area of expertise.
• Complete assigned annual evaluations in a timely manner.
• Perform other complementary duties as needed.
• Maintain image quality control and enforce policies and procedures in designated areas.
• May perform direct patient diagnostic procedures and educate patients, families, students, and staff.
• Directly supervise Lead Technologists and Senior Technologists and indirectly supervise personnel involved in the technical aspects of the department.

Benefits

• $0 premium medical plan that includes vision insurance.
• Prescription and dental group insurance.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO) that begins accruing immediately and can be used as it is earned.
• Extended Sick Leave.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed