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Job SummaryThe Director of Medical Imaging is responsible for the direction and leadership of operational, financial, programmatic and employee related activities for Medical Imaging services and care of patients in these areas. This includes establishing, meeting and continuously monitoring the goals and objectives while maintaining alignment with the strategic goals and objectives that promote the Roosevelt General Hospital mission, vision, and values. Responsible for directing the day-to-day operations, budgeting, fiscal management, and human resource management of Medical Imaging Services. The Director works closely with a variety of stakeholders, coordinating the activities of Medical Imaging Services across the organization.Departmental LeaderProvides an experience and environment dedicated to patient- and family-centered exceptional care.Incorporates the RGH mission, vision, and values in goals and programs within Medical Imaging Services.Interprets impact of broad scope organizational change for staff and develops change strategies for successful implementation.Develops and implements an equipment plan for the procurement, maintenance, and replacement of imaging equipment.Develops and manages operational initiatives with measurable outcomes.Formulates objectives, goals, and strategies collaboratively with other stakeholders.Prepares and delivers reports to operational leadership outlining progress toward meeting annual goals and objectives, including performances related to finance, clinical activity, quality, safety, marketing, and human resources.Manage and direct all activities within areas of responsibility.Financial ManagerActively seeks opportunities to improve financial outcomes, engaging staff in the process.Monitors and analyzes financial data and utilizes it for decisions regarding FTE's, staffing and operational budget.Establishes an annual operating and capital budget, demonstrating fiscal responsibility through meeting budget targets.Articulates to staff the budget and the context within the organizational financials.Administrative LeaderContinually assesses all services, identifies problems, utilizes data to analyze and propose innovative approaches for solutions.Maintain records related to services that are complete, accurate, available, and in compliance with all legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.Engages staff and other stakeholders in continuous improvement of systems and processes; manages resources for staff participation in improvement work activities.Ensures effective facilitation of improvement teams and development of leadership skills to ensure overall effectiveness of the meetings.Organizes and prioritizes time and resources to manage efficiently. Appropriately delegating tasks to meet the goal of Medical Imaging Services.Remains current with best practices to incorporate into RGH's Medical Imaging Services practices and programs.Articulates and enforces standards for quality/safe patient care.Develops and implements innovative systems and processes that improve staff and patient quality and safety.Demonstrates achievable and measurable results and develop action plans for improvement.Initiates, monitors, and enforces regulatory requirements.Holds self and others accountable to policy, standards and commitments and provides timely follow through on questions and concerns.Ensures development of Medical Imaging Services initiatives to improve patient satisfaction and family centered care.Develops and implements clinical outcome measures for quality improvement, cost and complication reduction, and the implementation of evidence-based medicine.Actively listens to staff ideas and concerns, assesses others communication styles and adapts to them.Effectively facilitates meetings at Medical Imaging Services and organizational level.Creates bi-directional systems that effectively communicate information and data, utilizing multiple methods.Articulates and presents data, information, and ideas in a clear and concise manner.Communicates opinions and ideas in a non-threatening and nonjudgmental manner to staff, peers, and others.Manages complex interdepartmental and interdisciplinary relationships with high level communication skills with physicians, department leaders, and Executive Leadership Team to maintain coordination of safe patient care. Demonstrates empathy and concern while ensuring Medical Imaging Services goals are met.Creates an environment that encourages diverse opinions, recognizes differences, and incorporates into process and services.Exhibits awareness of personal attitudes and beliefs, recognizing its effect on response to others.Creates a culture and systems for recognizing and rewarding staff. Resource ManagerCreates and maintains a satisfying workplace that fosters professional growth and job satisfaction for all members of the healthcare team.Interviews to select top talent, matching Medical Imaging Service needs with appropriate skill sets.Develops and implements recruitment and retention strategies that support a culture of leadership.Identifies and addresses own professional growth needs.Assesses staff development needs, identifies goals and provides resources.Identifies lack of competency in performance and establishes a plan which includes goals, interventions, and measures.Maintains membership in professional organization(s) to develop knowledge and resources through networking, continuing education, and participation in national, regional, and/or local activities.Ensures integration of ethical standards and core values into everyday work activities.Educator/ResearchFacilitatorProvides opportunities to aspiring clinicians and leaders to develop skills to meet career goals.Contributes to a learning environment by providing educational and research experiences to employees and students.Facilitates annual competencies for all direct reports. Critical InterfacesLeads and/or serves on a variety of appropriate internal and external committees to represent Medical Imaging ServicesServes as a representative of Medical Imaging Services to RGH to facilitate the shared interests and relationship between the departments and disciplines. Non-Essential FunctionsPerform other duties as assigned.Professional RequirementsAdhering to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.Complete annual education requirements.Always maintain patient confidentiality.Report to work on time and as scheduled.Wear identification while on duty.Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.Always represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization.Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.QualificationsEducation related to clinical discipline such as radiologic technology, health care, business or health services administration.Certified Radiologic Technologist by the State of New Mexico and registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT)Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire.Minimum of two (2) years' experience as a staff technologist in a full-service imaging department in an acute care hospital required.Experience as a manager in a full-service imaging department in an acute care hospital preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong organizational and people skillsAbility to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to manage demanding situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.Physical Requirements and Environmental ConditionsPhysically demanding, high-stress environmentExposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motionsPushing and pulling heavy objectsFull range of body motion including handling and lifting patientsManual and finger dexterityHand and eye coordinationStanding and walking for extensive periods of timeLifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs.Corrected vision and hearing to within normal rangeWorking under stressful conditionsWorking irregular hours including after hours