Imaging Manager

Community Health Systems•Huntsville, AL

11d

About The Position

As the Imaging Manager for Crestwood Medical Center, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our patients. Our employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a robust 401(k) retirement plan . Job Summary The Imaging Manager leads and oversees the medical imaging department, ensuring high-quality imaging services, compliance with healthcare regulations, and the implementation of best practices. The manager will coordinate with medical staff, supervise imaging technologists, manage departmental budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Essential Functions Assists the Director with daily operations of all Imaging areas as needed. Ensures workflow is organized and efficient and arrange for staffing priorities. Utilizes effective interpersonal skills to interact and communicate with patients, families, coworkers, medical staff and visitors. Participates in education of new orientees, ancillary staff, and students. Serves as an expert resource for staff. Ensures supplies and equipment for patient care are readily available and organized Assists Imaging Director with budgetary planning Establishes, monitors, and implements quality improvement processes Assists the department director with annual performance evaluations and competency checks. Performs other duties as assigned. Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Complies with all policies and standards. Leadership Responsibilities Supervision and Staff Management Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff. Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with Director on staffing issues. Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development. Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight Develops and manages departmental budget ensuring cost effective operations while maintaining high quality service. Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services. Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency. Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies. Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards. Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable. Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety. Collaboration and Communication Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery. Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes. Staff Responsibilities May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field required or Four (4) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
2-4 years of experience in a closely related field with a Bachelor's degree required
2-4 years of previous leadership experience preferred
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required
Licensed Radiologic Technologist as required by the state
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred
2-4 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the Director with daily operations of all Imaging areas as needed.
Ensures workflow is organized and efficient and arrange for staffing priorities.
Utilizes effective interpersonal skills to interact and communicate with patients, families, coworkers, medical staff and visitors.
Participates in education of new orientees, ancillary staff, and students.
Serves as an expert resource for staff.
Ensures supplies and equipment for patient care are readily available and organized
Assists Imaging Director with budgetary planning
Establishes, monitors, and implements quality improvement processes
Assists the department director with annual performance evaluations and competency checks.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources.
Consults with Director on staffing issues.
Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
Develops and manages departmental budget ensuring cost effective operations while maintaining high quality service.
Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies.
May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
May work in a staff role, when required.
Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.