Manager of Imaging

X-Ray and MRI

The Manager Imaging is responsible for assisting the Director in managing all aspects of the services provided by the Imaging Department inclusive of computerized tomography, magnetic resonance, diagnostic radiology, ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine, and other related radiological procedures. Assists the director in the operation of the clinical areas and oversees related clerical activities. FLSA STATUS
Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree required

EXPERIENCE

• 5 years’ experience within the field, of which 1 year must have been in a managerial role in healthcare; for internals, 5 years’ experience in relevant field with HM performance that demonstrates leadership responsibility
• Must be familiar with the operations of a filmless/digital radiology department

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required

• Must have either CMRT or RDMS and
• Must have one of the following: ARRT, ARMRIT, or CNMT, CRAT, CIIP, CCI, CCT, RCS, RCCS, RDCS, RVS, RVT and
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
• Background in using Picture Archiving Computer Systems (PACS) preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs all performance evaluations with employees of the Imaging department in a timely manner. Maintains employee files, records and documents employee activities, and participates in performance coaching.
• Prepares and maintains all staffing schedules and on-call schedules, time and attendance, and paid time off (PTO).
• Conducts new employee departmental orientation and documents all orientation using departmental orientation forms.
• Communicates effectively with co-workers, medical staff, and other hospital personnel to contribute to the quality of the imaging procedure; treats all individuals with dignity and respect, and participates in activities to improve working relationships within the department; works to promote professional and personal growth of self, peers, and support staff.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in the developing and implementing department goals and objectives.
• Ensures adequate levels of supplies and equipment. Obtains approval for supply purchase orders. Responsible for the maintenance of labs and equipment

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, and professional accrediting agencies including, but not limited to DNV, HCFA, TDSHS, OSHA, and FDA
• Creates, revises, updates, and edits policy and procedure manuals to ensure appropriate patient care. Monitors the activities of all Imaging personnel to ensure that all operations are within departmental policies and procedures. Monitors and ensures that all employees participate in mandatory in-services and CPR certifications.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees charge entry, patient scheduling, and records processing.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collects, gathers, and documents aggregate data for quality assurance and performance improvement.
• Educates, monitors, and evaluates affiliated students. Offers educational in-services to establish, promote, and enhance professional development.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE
• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: Yes
• Other (department approved): No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
• On Call* Yes

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Work Shift:

1 - Day (United States of America)

Job Category:

Non-clinical Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017. This 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower — a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women’s services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.