Manager, Radiology (Full-Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) fosters a culture of connection and collaboration, empowering team members to advance healthcare and serve as leaders of positive change.

About the Role

Oversee, organize, staff, direct, and control the Department of Radiology within the medical center. Supervise all administrative and technical services, delegating responsibilities to supervisors and coordinators across operations management, local growth and performance, quality and metrics, people management, network and local collaboration, education, and community and industry relations.

Responsibilities

• Operations Management
  • Direct and supervise all components of facility Radiology departments.
  • Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate Radiology activities in accordance with corporate policies, licensing regulations, TJC standards, and State/Federal regulations.
  • Adhere to Medical Center's Organizational & Managerial Competencies and network-wide Radiology policies.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and improve departmental operations, systems, and services; address issues through documentation and communication.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements (e.g., safety/disaster training, accident/incident reporting, TJC/OSHA programs).
  • Maintain adequate stock supplies for Radiology procedures.
  • Collaborate with facility leadership to ensure equipment meets community needs.
  • Implement Radiology productivity measurement programs and action plans for performance improvement.
  • Ensure competent patient assessment, treatment, and care for all age groups served.
  • Maintain equipment through contractual services and monitor repairs, purchases, and installations.
  • Leverage Patient Experience analyses to improve local Radiology processes and achieve optimal patient experience.
  • Maintain accountability for efficient use of hospital resources and provide input on resource allocation.
  • Plan and manage budgets consistent with the medical center's financial objectives.
  • Administer capital and human resources, including staffing mix, levels, and productivity.
  • Prepare monthly variance reconciliation reports with the network Radiology Business Manager.
• Local Growth and Performance
  • Collaborate with VP, Network Radiology, facility, and HMH network marketing to increase organic growth of outpatient-based programs.
  • Identify and resolve barriers to network-level strategy implementation at the facility.
  • Develop policies, programs, and proposals for potential implementation in coordination with Network VP of Radiology.
  • Share local insights and best practices on growth and performance with the VP, Network Radiology.
  • Achieve strategy targets set by VP, Network Radiology for the facility.
• Quality and Metrics
  • Provide facility patient experience feedback to the VP, Network Radiology for network policy and strategy formulation.
  • Implement local changes to improve procedure turnaround times and patient throughput using local insights and network analyses.
• People Management
  • Oversee timekeeping, holiday/vacation scheduling, sick time recording, and bi-weekly payroll submission.
  • Accountable for hiring, performance evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of key subordinates.
  • Develop Radiology department staff and students through supervision, training, and programs, documenting plans and feedback.
  • Conduct annual needs assessments and incorporate identified needs into development plans.
  • Select staff for outside seminars/programs when relevant.
  • Orient new Radiology department personnel according to policy, completing checklists within specified timeframes.
  • Plan, direct, and participate in education for hospital personnel, medical staff, community agencies, and consumers regarding imaging modalities and program availability.
• Network and Local Collaboration and Education
  • Serve as a member of relevant facility or network committees, as assigned.
  • Maintain competencies, certifications, and continuing education to meet facility accreditation or licensing requirements.
• Community and Industry Relations
  • Represent HMH and the facility in community, state, and national programs/organizations pertinent to Radiology and related fields.
• Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Minimum of 3 years of acute care supervisory experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite).
  • Current Radiologic Technology Certification by ARRT or Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification from NMTCB, or required licensing for imaging department modalities.
• Preferred:
  • Master's degree (e.g., MA, MS, MSN, MBA, MPA).
  • Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
  • Experience with EPIC HIS system.

Working Conditions

Lifts a minimum of 35 lbs. Regular contact with medical personnel and visitors.

Pay

Minimum annual rate of $133,120. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes and may vary based on factors such as labor market data, experience, education, skills, geographic location, internal equity, and budget. Full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions include a comprehensive benefits package (e.g., health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits). Certain roles may also be eligible for shift differentials, performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions.