Manager, Clinical Radiology PRN - Neuroradiology

UTHealth Houston•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

UTHealth Houston's Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging department is hiring a PRN Manager, Clinical Radiology! The Neuroradiology section comprises 13 trained Neuroradiologists who are subspecialized in vascular, tumor, head and neck, pediatric, spine, and movement disorders. Our mission is “To collaborate and cultivate as a team and be committed to providing advanced knowledge through education. Provide high-quality patient care through cutting-edge technology and research, while maintaining high morals and ethical standards”. We offer Neuroradiology interventional procedures, advanced imaging through our Center of Advanced Imaging Processing (CAIP), clinical research, and medical education to trainees (residents, fellows, and medical students) and have an ACGME-accredited fellowship program that offers 4 fellowship slots every year. We stand to provide the best patient care to support the overall standard of care for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, Memorial Hermann, and Harris Health Hospital System. We strive to stay abreast of all the technological advances in healthcare through advanced clinical research, technology, and innovation management by partnering and collaborating with Memorial Hermann, Industry, the School of Biomedical Informatics, and other UTHealth Houston Affiliates. What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Requirements

Must be clinically competent with CT, Diagnostic X-Ray and EOS
Work may involve handling biohazardous, chemical, and radiological materials, as well as operating associated equipment. Required safety training and appropriate engineering and administrative controls including the use of personal protective equipment must be followed.
Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required
Associate's Degree in Radiography, Clinical Radiation Science or related field required
5 years of directly related experience required

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) by Texas Medical Board (TMB) preferred
Radiography (R) by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
Experience with WBCT preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares radiology staff schedule to ensure that all modalities are adequately covered to meet patient volume needs.
Works with ordering/referring physicians to establish protocols for diagnostic procedures; ensures that diagnostic procedures performed produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality in accordance with protocols and parameters set by the department or radiologist.
Responsible for overseeing the department Radiation Safety Program in conjunction with Radiation Physicist and coordinates necessary inspections in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations.
Coordinates and oversees the effective functioning of the department's information system and connectivity, PACS system and image processing system.
Schedules required and preventative maintenance on imaging equipment to ensure that equipment is properly calibrated and maintained.
Assists with oversight of Federal, State, and local regulations related to imaging and ensures compliance.
Works with the staff to insure professional development including cross-training opportunities.
Assures new staff complete department orientation, maintains documentation of orientation, completed skills checklists and in-service training attended.
Provides technical back up within the department to ensure effective workflow.
Monitors imaging expenses and budget allocations to ensure effective operational performance.
Oversees and monitors all aspects of patient safety specifically related to radiation protection.
Ensures that the imaging department is maintained in a clean, organized manner.
Serves as a resource to hospital staff and management on all imaging related issues.
Manages Human Resources activities of department in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Retirement/pension plan
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care