Director of Imaging

Director Of Imaging

As the Director of Imaging at East Georgia Regional Medical Center, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our patients. Our employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a robust 401(k) retirement plan.

Job Summary The Director, Imaging is responsible for overseeing all imaging services within the facility. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality diagnostic imaging services, facilitates the implementation of best practices, and adheres to industry standards and regulations. The Director will collaborate with other departments to optimize patient care, manage the imaging department's budget, and lead a team of imaging professionals to achieve departmental goals. Key responsibilities include developing strategic plans for imaging services, continuously improving operational efficiency, and maintaining state-of-the-art imaging technology.

Essential Functions

• Directs and manages daily operations of all Imaging areas.
• Communicates effectively. Establishes and maintains two way communication with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration.
• Maintains a clean, neat and safe environment for patients and staff and ensures continuity of professional care.
• Demonstrates accurate knowledge and skill in radiologic programs and techniques.
• Ensures and monitors department operations to meet the criteria, standards and maintains accreditation as set forth by but not limited to TJC, NRC, MQSA and other governing bodies.
• Monitors the status of equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and equipment malfunction.
• Ensures compliance of all radiology equipment according to the applicable state and federal guidelines / regulations.
• Ensures supplies and equipment for patient care are readily available and organized in an efficient manner.
• Uses equipment safely, adhering to policy, guidelines and / or protocols set by the hospital and department.
• Assumes responsibility for staffing the departments and maintains the departments' productivity.
• Demonstrates fiscal accountability for department resources and the ability to achieve outcomes within allocated resources.
• Responds to patient and family requests promptly.
• Initiates, plans and provides for education, maintenance and competence assessment regarding patient care and clinical policies, protocols and practices on an ongoing basis.
• Effectively role models professional leadership behavior and provides direction, instruction and guidance in a resource capacity.
• Demonstrates creativity, intelligence and discretion in planning, organizing and coordinating department functions.
• Demonstrates proficiency at hospital wide and / or department specific computer software and technology including RIS / EMR / PACS.
• Professionally communicates and supports the hospital's mission, vision and values, as well as departmental goals to all staff.
• Collaborates with other departments to problem solve ongoing issues that impact department / organization goals and / or patient care delivery.
• Gathers data and participates in the departments' quality assurance and improvement plan to achieve a defined level of quality and appropriateness of patient care.
• Maintains working knowledge of chargemaster, ensures accuracy of chargemaster and association of imaging procedures to appropriately charge for services
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.

Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.

Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.

Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.

May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Licenses and Certifications

At East Georgia Regional Medical Center, we strive to motivate, inspire, and support your growth. If you are looking for the best, we invite you to learn more and apply today!