Director, Imaging Services - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health • Neptune Township, NJ

125d • $146,057

About The Position

The Director Imaging Services oversees the operations of all services provided by Diagnostic Imaging, including X-Ray, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, and Interventional Radiology. Provides leadership to ensure the highest quality service, and appropriate use of resources, while maximizing opportunities for continued growth and revenue with sound business practices. This position is responsible for Diagnostic Imaging operations within JSUMC and HOPE Tower (including any other hospital-based locations).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in hospital operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration or other health related field.
• Acute hospital experience.
• Radiology clinical & leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall direction and supervision of all components of Diagnostic Imaging.
• Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates the activities of Diagnostic Imaging in accordance with corporate policy.
• Develops measurable goals and objectives on an annual basis. Provides periodic status reports.
• Establishes policies and procedures for Diagnostic Imaging in consultation with network and hospital leadership.
• Responsible for planning and direct supervision of all technical aspects of all diagnostic imaging modalities.
• Ensures departmental compliance with Medical Center policies and procedures, applicable licensing regulations; TJC standards, and all applicable State and Federal regulations.
• Develops and maintains justifiable annual budgets, taking into account historical data and projected needs within prescribed time frames.
• Monitors expenses, modifies operational expenditure where appropriate and presents clearly documented variance reports, as necessary.
• Develops and continually ensures that a planned, systematic and ongoing process for monitoring, evaluating, and improving departmental operations, systems, and services are addressed through appropriate documentation and communication.
• Oversees the coordination of a variety of administrative, fiscal, and technical activities to ensure the efficient operation of all diagnostic imaging modalities.
• Selects, coaches, and develops key subordinates ensuring consistent application of department policies and programs while providing an orderly succession of qualified people.
• Assesses market drivers, develops and implements growth strategies to ensure continued market share.
• Evaluates and recommends equipment and services to maintain the highest quality of service, safety and best prices.
• Meets regularly with department leadership to ensure that all procedures are performed in accordance with appropriate licensure and optimal degree of quality and safety.
• Works with departmental and medical center leadership and staff to continuously monitor and improve patient satisfaction.
• Interacts daily with Network and Medical Center Administration, Physicians, Section Heads, Technologists, Support Staff, Vendors, Contractors, Patients and Guests ensuring the highest level of customer service for each.
• Accountable for establishing, monitoring and reporting on departmental key metrics.
• In collaboration with medical center and network leadership, coordinates expansion, renovation and construction projects for diagnostic imaging departments.
• Troubleshoots Radiology Information System issues with Information Technology, Clinical Informatics, Ambulatory Registration, and Finance, and develops workflows and processes to reduce system errors.
• Identifies opportunities and leads periodic reviews and assessment for Radiology Information System workflow and maintenance leading to the identification of opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce redundancies.
• Schedules monthly departmental meetings and in-services, or more frequently as needed, utilizing staff and outside companies.
• Champions a daily huddle for the department to promote open communication while reflecting HRO principles.
• Provides educational opportunities to team members in conjunction with Chairman of Radiology to support engagement and service quality.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs., and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees