Director Imaging Operations and Nuclear Medicine Services

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

Reporting to the Vice President, Imaging Brown University Health, plans, organizes, directs and controls the technical aspects of The Miriam Hospital’s imaging services, programs and schedules. Recommends, develops, obtains approval for and implements the department’s strategic and tactical plans, budgets, new programs, policies and procedures to be consistent with the goals of the department and The Miriam Hospital (TMH). Works with the Medical Radiation Physics section to ensure radiological protection. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age-specific needs of the adolescent, adult and geriatric patient and adapt their care to the physical, psychosocial cultural needs.

 

Responsible for managing, planning, implementing, and evaluating, either directly or through supervisory staff, the nuclear medicine clinical operations for Brown University Health’s Medical Imaging division. In cooperation with the Medical Director of the division, the Director oversees the clinical and operational activities of the section, as well as the planning, organization, development, and overall operations of assigned locations. The Director exercises critical thinking skills to make decisions that effectively address personnel management, resource utilization, service quality, and fiscal management of the Nuclear Medicine Section. Exercises shared responsibility for maintaining an appropriate balance of cooperation, communication, and integration among the organization's matrix directors and managers to ensure an efficient and progressive environment that carries out a program of quality patient care management.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

 

Facilitates the effective utilization of resources including human, financial, and material by developing goals and objectives for the Diagnostic Imaging Department in conjunction with the department’s Medical Director, and the strategic plan for the Hospital. Areas of responsibility include computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound, mammography, general radiography, diagnostic imaging support and nuclear medicine/nuclear cardiology. In addition, is responsible for directing operations at the off-campus location of The Miriam Hospital’s Diagnostic Imaging Center (MDIC), which provides CT, screening mammography, conventional radiography, ultrasound and bone densitometry to an outpatient population.

 

Serves as a role model to staff by continuously demonstrating the corporate values and principles, creating and maintaining effective, positive customer service relationships by identifying customers and their needs, ensuring that needs are met, responding appropriately to difficult interactions, and educating all staff on the importance of quality customer service, as well as patient and general safety. Effectively and continually communicates with staff, radiologists, management and customers to facilitate the flow of information necessary to the success of the employees, radiologists, functions and the organization. Creates employee ownership for their careers and success by providing staff with positive and actionable feedback to maximize the utilization and potential of the organization’s human resources.

 

Works closely with radiologist group, staff and physicians for the purpose of facilitating the group’s work for the department. Functions include developing, coordinating and facilitating:

- Work flow improvement

- Safety training

- Department orientation

- Joint venture business strategy

- Periodic radiologist meetings

 

Develops, submits, and monitors the annual operating and capital budgets. Assures compliance with allocated budget. Monitors productivity reporting data and takes corrective action.

Reviews, approves, and monitors expenditures by authorizing all personnel and/or delegating purchase requisitions. Prepares and maintains related records, reports and analyses

 

Develops, submits, and monitors the Department’s tactical plan, in alignment with the Hospital’s strategic plan. Prepares periodic follow-up reports and work plans depicting key actions and milestones achieved in accordance with the plan.

 

Recommends charges for reimbursement based upon an analysis of volume and projected expenses.

 

 

Evaluates and interprets state and federal statutes regarding radiation safety in conjunction with Radiation Safety Officer and ensures that the department practice is in compliance with statutes and with hospital policies.

 

Working closely with radiologists and the department’s QA Coordinator, develops and monitors department quality indicators through the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program. Assists radiologists and the QA department staff with data entry for the clinical quality indicators.

 

Participates in councils, meetings, quality improvement teams and other such committees as needed. Participates in professional activities and maintains professional affiliations to keep abreast of trend/changes, regulations and legislation in the field.

 

Serve as a subject matter expert in Nuclear Medicine to ensure success in clinical, regulatory, and operational areas while contributing to PET/CT growth strategies.

 

Strengthen management of radiopharmaceuticals, SPECT, and therapies to enhance operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and financial performance.

 

Ensure consistent regulatory compliance in partnership with the Medical Director and Radiation Safety Officer, maintaining system-wide adherence to regulations and proactively addressing changes to minimize risks.

 

Optimize system-wide coordination of nuclear medicine services to improve patient outcomes and operational performance across Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

 

Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS-EDUCATION:

Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, or equivalent, with current license to work in the State of Rhode Island.

 

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or the equivalent. Master’s Degree preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS-EXPERIENCE:

 

Minimum of five years of progressively more responsible experience in radiologic technology, including supervision and/or administration.

 

SUPERVISION:

 

Supervisory responsibility for up to 150 employees.

Pay Range:

$140,774.40-$232,273.60

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

M-F 8:00-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes