Associate Manager, Medical Imaging

Banner Health•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Desert is seeking an Associate Manager for their Medical Imaging department. You will be responsible for managing 30 or more direct reports in this department. You will hire, train, conduct performance evaluations, and direct the workflow for the staff. This position is also accountable for participating in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives. Ensures all goals and objectives are met timely and effectively. Schedule: 4-10’s Monday-Friday hours may vary based on department needs. Location: BUMC Phoenix (1111 E McDowell Rd Duties: Maintaining department day to day workflows, and staff scheduling. Working with and managing staff members. Will work with other leaders, and physicians when necessary to complete tasks. Banner Health was named to Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies in America 2025 list for the third consecutive year and named to Newsweek's list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America for the second year in a row. We’re proud to be recognized for our commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent patient care. University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics. POSITION SUMMARY This position provides operational, financial, managerial and/or clinical support within the department. Supervises and participates in selection, orientation, counseling and evaluation of staff. May perform prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocol. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

Requirements

Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program or equivalent program for other modalities (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT Scan, Mammography, Diagnostic Imaging).
Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or modality qualified licensure (NMTCB, ARDMS, ARMRIT).
Licensure by state regulatory agency required, if applicable.
Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT Scan, Mammography), if applicable.
BLS certification required.
This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 4+ years of experience relevant to patient population.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.

Nice To Haves

Health care related Bachelors degree and prior supervisory experience preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides or facilitates patient care for patient populations and serves as a resource to staff for clinical and managerial support.
Assumes responsibility for direct patient care when necessary.
Promotes interdisciplinary patient care planning and patient education.
Demonstrates effective communication skills, problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution in the supervision of the department, keeping the appropriate people informed.
Demonstrates leadership qualities in support of department needs and Collaborates with various departments, outside vendors, and other departments to assure adequate resources and the proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care management.
Assists in the development, implementation, and interpretation of department/facility/system policies within the clinical setting.
Responsible for providing safe and cost effective care while considering patient satisfaction and customer service.
Hires, trains, conducts performance evaluations, provides counseling, initiates corrective action and directs the workflow for the staff.
This position participates in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives.
Ensures all goals and objectives are met timely and effectively.
Supports change and participates in the development, interpretation, implementation and evaluation of the goals/objectives and process improvement activities within the department.
Manages patient care activities within the budgetary and productivity guidelines of the department/facility.
Monitors staff usage and ensures staffing meets patient needs in a fiscally responsible manner.
Maintains clinical competencies and certifications as required and assures compliance with regulatory agencies and laws.
Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice.
This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
Adheres to safety policies.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.
May perform prescribed procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
May be responsible for department budget and operations; and participates on committees as assigned.