Clinical Director of Radiology, Salaried

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL•Gibson City, IL

2d•$107,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of CEO and COO/CCO, the Clinical Director of Radiology, in conjunction with the Administrative Director of Radiology, is responsible for the management of the technical aspect of the radiology department and financial components of the department. The Director will work in conjunction with Administrative Director , Director of Charge Master , and Department Radiology Physicians. Director is also responsible to the radiologist to assist in the management of the medical aspect of the radiology department. The Clinical Director of Radiology is responsible to provide sufficient technical imaging services that meet the needs of our patients, physicians, and organization that align with the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic plan. GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the communities we serve.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate communication with medical and technical personnel; ability to deal efficiently and courteously with all hospital personnel. Ability to respond to ever changing environment of needs.
Bachelors Degree in Business, Radiologic Sciences, or Health Administration is required with a Masters Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs and supervisors department personnel.
Holds monthly department meetings. Schedules in-services, and professional workshops and seminars as needed.
Maintains department equipment and work area in a clean and safe environment. Is responsible to manage service contracts for all imaging equipment and maintains preventative maintenance agreements on said equipment.
Develops and produces annual budget in collaboration with the CFO and the hospital board. Continually monitors and administers the departmental budget in accordance with the GAHHS strategic plan and vision.
Maintains proper documentation to meet standards established by hospital, federal, state and local regulatory agencies including departmental policy and protocols.
Attends all required organizational meetings.
Responsible to continually evaluate processes to increase departmental productivity and efficiency within the department.
Actively works with hospital administration, physicians, and the hospital board to promote current services and to continually evaluate service line in accordance with the GAHHS strategic plan and vision.
Recruits, retains, and evaluates staff. Evaluates performance of department personnel and recommends or initiates action such as merit increases, promotions, transfers, disciplinary action and termination.
Participates in special projects or assignment duties as requested by the hospital’s administration.
Is responsible for maintaining the imaging chargemaster, both technical and professional. Maintains knowledge of coding and billing procedures in order to effectively administer chargemaster and apply charges. Participates in the revenue-cycle process including revenue-cycle committee meetings.
Holds fiscal responsibility for all imaging departments including accounts payable, capital & operational budgeting, and assisting with the accounts receivable & revenue cycle processes.
Works closely with the radiologist, Administrative Director , Director of Charge Master , and Department Radiology Physicians to assist in managing and directing the medical aspect of the radiology department.
Acts as a leader, mentor, and resource for staff in regards to the technical aspects of the radiology department.
Collaborates with other departmental directors assisting them, as needed, when applicable.
Acts as a PACS leader and resource when necessary.
Develops and maintains various reporting mechanisms as required by regulatory agencies or the organization.
Manages leasing and service contracts for imaging equipment.
Develops professional relationships with other directors, vendors, outside sales personnel, and finance organizations, in order to promote and facilitate the needs of the department and organization.
All other duties as assigned.