Director - Radiology Technologist

UCHealth (Colorado) is seeking a Radiology Technologist Director for a job in Longmont, Colorado.

• Specialty:
  Radiology Technologist
• Discipline:
  Allied Health Professional
• Duration:
  Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Employment Type:
  
  Staff

Description

Director Imaging Services LPH BFH

UCHlth Longs Peak Hospital, US:

CO:

Longmont, BF Hospital Administration

Pay: $119,725 - $191,568 / year. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an on-site role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

The Director of Imaging Services is responsible for the overall direction, management, and operational efficiency of the Imaging Services department(s), primarily focusing on optimizing the patient journey and ensuring the highest clinical quality and safety standards. The Director will strategically manage financial performance, regulatory compliance, and staff development and foster strong, patient-focused relationships with medical staff and other departments. This leader will develop and implement strategic plans prioritizing patient needs, comfort, and outcomes while ensuring high-quality, safe, and cost-effective imaging services aligned with the organization's mission and vision.

Responsibilities:

Patient-Centered Strategic Leadership and Planning:

• Develop, implement, and monitor the strategic plan for Imaging Services, ensuring it directly supports the organization's overall strategic goals and emphasizes enhancing patient access, experience, and outcomes.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, patient feedback, and evolving needs to inform strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, medical staff, and other departments on strategic initiatives.

• Oversee the daily operations of all imaging modalities, ensuring efficient workflows, optimal resource utilization, and timely service delivery that minimizes patient wait times and anxiety.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and protocols that follow best practices and regulatory requirements, with a focus on creating a seamless, comfortable patient experience. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for efficiency, productivity, patient throughput, and financial performance, while always considering their impact on patient access and satisfaction.
• Implement process improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness and optimize patient flow, comfort, and communication.
• Manage equipment maintenance, repairs, and procurement in collaboration with relevant departments, ensuring reliable technology is available for accurate diagnoses and patient care.

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality imaging services that meet or exceed professional standards and regulatory requirements, placing patient safety and diagnostic accuracy at the forefront.
• Implement and monitor quality assurance and quality control programs with a direct focus on minimizing risks and ensuring the best possible outcomes for every patient.
• Promote a culture of patient safety and actively participate in safety initiatives, empowering staff to prioritize patient well-being in all aspects of their work.
• Oversee the credentialing and privileging of imaging staff in collaboration with medical staff services, ensuring that highly qualified professionals are providing care to our patients.
• Ensure strict compliance with radiation safety protocols to protect both patients and staff from unnecessary exposure.

• Develop and manage the departmental budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and cost-effectiveness to maximize resources available for patient care and technological advancements.
• Monitor revenue and expenses, identify variances, and implement corrective actions to ensure the financial sustainability of providing high-quality patient services.
• Participate in developing pricing strategies for imaging services that balance patient affordability and access to necessary care.
• Optimize billing and coding practices to ensure accurate reimbursement and reduce administrative burdens for patients and the organization.
• Identify opportunities for revenue enhancement and cost reduction that can be reinvested in improving patient care and services.

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate imaging services staff, prioritizing candidates who demonstrate empathy, compassion, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes teamwork, professional growth, and employee engagement, recognizing that a supported and engaged team provides better patient care.
• Develop and implement staff development and continuing education programs, ensuring staff have the knowledge and skills to provide the highest level of patient care and to utilize technology effectively.
• Address employee relations issues in a timely and effective manner, maintaining a supportive environment that allows staff to focus…