Director Diagnostic Imaging Services

• Patient Safety: Accountable to promote an organizational culture of safety and ensure appropriate patient safety standards and guidelines are implemented consistently in the delivery of health care to our patients, including but not limited to: TJC JCAHO, National Quality Forum, and Leapfrog.
• See Patient Safety Management Accountabilities Addendum for job specific accountabilities.
• In conjunction with the Chief, directs diagnostic imaging operations and services to meet the clinical needs of physicians, staff and members and provides services which add value and are aligned with strategic/organizational goals and objectives.
• Directs the management of human resources, labor relations, employee and department safety and risk management programs.
• Accountable for adherence to state and federal rules and regulations on safety and quality assurance programs; ensures compliance with TJC JCAHO, MQSA, federal, state and local agencies.
• Identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of service.
• Manages all administrative, technical and clerical operations of Diagnostic Imaging Services to ensure quality, patient care, access and budget goals are achieved; manages continuous improvement of departmental clinical and administrative processes and functions.
• Manages the strategic planning of major facilities construction/renovation projects to ensure the safe and effective placement of imaging equipment and efficiency of operations.
• Ensures imaging service levels are maintained during periods of construction and transition.
• Recommends the acquisition and implementation of new technology based on knowledge of developments in diagnostic imaging technology and a competitive healthcare market.
• Coordinates the operations of department across multiple sites by maintaining appropriate staffing and productivity levels; developing/monitoring performance and productivity improvement, safety, quality and regulatory standards.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
• Develops and implements an Equipment Plan for the procurement, maintenance and replacement of imaging equipment.
• In conjunction with the Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, develops and administers technical and clinical imaging standards and protocols for the delivery of medical imaging services in keeping with service, value, quality, cost and access goals of the organization.
• Directs fiscal management of the department, including forecasting and monitoring of operating performance.
• Accountable for the on-going training and professional development of technical and administrative staff; may be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating students/professional staff education and development programs.

• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a manager in a full service imaging department in an acute care medical center required.
• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience as a staff technologist in a diagnostic imaging modality.

• Bachelors degree in Clinical Discipline such as Radiologic Technology, Health Care, Business or Health Services Administration OR four (4) years of experience in a directly related field.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California) AND American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Radiography from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

OR

• Nuclear Medical Technologist Certificate (California)

OR

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Nuclear Medicine Technologist from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

OR

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

OR

• Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certificate from Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

• Prior leadership accomplishments as well as demonstrated achievements in clinical management and staff development required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards required.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills and prior accomplishments in project management, labor relations and human relations.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

• Masters degree preferred.
• Experience managing in a union environment strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of and experience within three (3) years in a high volume imaging department preferred.

PrimaryLocation : California,Los Angeles,West Los Angeles Medical Center
HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
WorkingHoursStart : 08:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 05:00 PM
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : NUE-SCAL-01|NUE|Non Union Employee
Job Level : Director/Senior Director
Job Category : Imaging & Radiology
Department : West LA Medical Center - Radiology-General - 0806
Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.