Radiology Quality & Safety Manager

Hartford Healthcare • Hartford, CT

17h

About The Position

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation ( CESI ), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us. Job Summary Responsible for ensuring Diagnostic Imaging department quality metrics and safety goals are achieved and maintained. Contributes to Quality and Safety goals and objectives for the department that align with the strategic direction of the organization by analyzing needs and developing recommendations. Communicates goals and objectives to unit managers and staff, and monitors progress during the year with demonstrable updated monthly metrics which are then reported to the appropriate areas and individuals. Member of multiple committees across the hospital related to quality and safety, representing Diagnostic Imaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Radiology, Business Management, Health Science, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years in Radiology with clinical experience
• Current certification or registration in a Diagnostic Imaging Modality and Current State of Connecticut Radiologic Technologist Licensure
• Experience with EPIC, PACS and digital technology
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and project management
• Excellent customer service skills with a professional attitude.
• Strong computer skills for use with email, Word and Excel.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Radiological principal and practices. Sufficient to be able to perform a wide range of duties relative to the work assigned.
• Ability to lead and make sound decisions.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Experience working with healthcare associated accrediting bodies

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring Diagnostic Imaging department quality metrics and safety goals are achieved and maintained.
• Contributes to Quality and Safety goals and objectives for the department that align with the strategic direction of the organization by analyzing needs and developing recommendations.
• Communicates goals and objectives to unit managers and staff, and monitors progress during the year with demonstrable updated monthly metrics which are then reported to the appropriate areas and individuals.
• Member of multiple committees across the hospital related to quality and safety, representing Diagnostic Imaging.

Benefits

• We take great care of careers.
• With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
• Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.
• We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees