Ultrasound Radiology Manager - MCU

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Radiology is seeking an Ultrasound Radiology Manager to oversee the technical and clinical operations of the Diagnostic Section. The position serves as a clinical expert in diagnostic radiology services and the use of specialized imaging technologies. The manager leads delivery of high-quality patient care, supports operational excellence, and participates in strategic planning and development of diagnostic radiology services. This is a regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa, scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at 100% time. The role includes leadership of clinic management and clinical staff, budget and productivity oversight, quality improvement, collaboration with physicians and healthcare leaders, and oversight of clinical education activities. The University of Iowa Health Care is described as Iowa’s only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. More than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide patient care and service.

Requirements

Complete a CAAHEP-accredited or equivalent program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, or Vascular Technology; or complete an accredited health science program of at least two years plus a 12-month formal sonography education program; or hold a bachelor’s degree plus completion of a 12-month formal sonography education program.
Three to five years of experience in a clinical leadership or management role in Radiology.
Knowledge of and ability to manage effective Radiology department operations using management principles and techniques.
Knowledge of and ability to apply policies and practices for planning and administering a budget.
Ability to apply the organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to develop and improve individual, team, and organizational performance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.
Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS), including registration in Abdomen.

Nice To Haves

Experience using multiple software applications, including Microsoft Office suite and Epic or other electronic medical records systems.
Knowledge of university policies, procedures, and systems.
Three to five years of experience working as an imaging technologist, such as RT or RDMS.
Registration in two or more specialty areas.

Responsibilities

Develop, recommend, review, and monitor staffing models with departmental HR representatives and/or senior HR leaders.
Hire, develop, and manage the performance of the clinic assistant manager and clinical staff.
Prepare or assist with budget development and provide projections and recommendations.
Manage financial and productivity data, monitor the budget against goals, and resolve budget discrepancies.
Identify trends and determine quality assurance priorities.
Recommend quality assurance and patient/customer satisfaction strategies, and develop and monitor plans to enhance patient satisfaction.
Allocate resources to meet quality and productivity expectations.
Research, develop, and implement best practices to improve care delivery across units, working with other departments on implementation.
Collaborate with medical directors from multiple disciplines regarding care and service quality and delivery.
Assist with strategic planning, develop implementation plans with unit leaders, and monitor progress.
Coordinate communication and support collaboration among staff, medical staff, and healthcare leadership.
Engage and collaborate with physicians to identify opportunities for improvement, program development, and capital budgeting.
Advocate for unit needs with healthcare leaders and collaborate with the unit medical director on program development, process improvements, and equipment budgets as applicable.
Provide clinical education to develop staff competency and oversee clinical education activities and agreements with educational institutions.