Under the general direction of both the Senior and Assistant Director of Diagnostic Imaging, the Manager of CT is responsible for the daily leadership and operations management for  the CT department and all locations where CT services are performed. While the range of duties and responsibilities is broad and varied, the position’s major responsibilities are managing all day-to-day operations including the delivery of care, human resource management, capital and operational budgeting, equipment oversight, financial management, CT Dose Safety and all PI activities. Scope of management responsibility includes oversight and direct responsibility for a total of 6 dedicated CT, 2 PET/CT and 2 Portable CT Systems with a combined total of 22 FTE; performing over 63,000 CT exams and generating $160M in Gross Revenues with an Operational Budget of nearly $9M.   

 

The Manager is a positive, effective member of the Diagnostic Imaging Department’s senior management team, fostering a customer/patient focused perspective and ensuring a strong commitment to organizational service standards. The individual maintains collaborative multi-disciplinary relationships within and outside of the organization. Serves as an important member of the Department’s Senior Management team to address and resolve broad management/administrative issues such as planning for future programs and services, procedure coding and revenue capture, cost monitoring and control, patient scheduling, patient and staff safety, workflows, operational monitoring, regulatory compliance, public relations and the overall timeliness and quality of services provided to customers in assigned sections and across the department. The Manager consults and collaborates with other members of OHSU leadership to ensure the effective integration of strategic objectives, performance management, PI and technological performance. This  manager role is active within their respective modality and demonstrated by active participation in national and/or regional committee and/or presenting at industry related meeting. 

Department Senior Management/Leadership Responsibility   

• Develops planning that support both organization and department operational goals. 
• Assesses the impact of change, and leads efforts to gain adoption across various stakeholder groups 
• Mentors both colleagues and direct reports in the acquisition of knowledge, skills, abilities, and judgement 
• Engages with staff and participates in department recognition activities and events. 
• Translates clinical methodologies into specifications, documentation, and project plans. 
• Responsible for knowledge and understanding of all represented employee contract agreements 
• Communicates frequently with key stakeholders to understand business needs and status in meeting those needs.  
• Develops and/or participates in adhoc committees as needed as part of strategy to improve department performance and employee engagement. 
• Leads and participates department focused committees geared toward staff development, engagement and satisfaction. 
• Develop strategic direction for growth and development in alignment with strategic goals 
• Demonstrates a high level of initiative in managing growth and expansion of services, maximizing resources, and partnering with leadership to accomplish goals 
• Develop and execute project plans for key priorities identified within the department 
• Provides exceptional customer service via refined interpersonal skills and development of key professional relationships. 
• Leads by example and sets positive example for co-workers. 
• Demonstrates support of OHSU, hospital and department policies, procedures and goals. 
• Supports management decisions in a positive manner. 
• Employs PI principals to promote staff involvement, customer service and departmental efficiency.  
• Applies OPEx leadership tools and concepts. 
• Creates an environment of respect and inclusion for all people and fosters partnerships to enhance OHSU’s mission of healing, teaching, research and community services. 
• Provides regular communication/updates with the Executive Committee and Senior Management team related to key operations, support services functions and related projects.   
• Active participator in industry related or modality/department specific committee or group. Inclusive of leading, facilitating or presenting through National meetings. Communicates new trends and tracks status of industry changes.  
• Meet all regulatory requirements.  

Staff Competency, Image Performance and Management 

• Develops, creates, optimizes imaging protocols that result in  quality images. Ensures exams are provided with accuracy, efficiency and timliness.  
• Maintains level of technical knowledge and ability to provide scanning assistance in CT when necessary.  
• Ensures imaging equipment and work areas are neat and clean to meet compliance with all related regulatory standards  
• Demonstrates technical expertise to create and manage complex imaging protocols, and may include or delegate to technical staff.  
• Demonstrates an understanding of specific normal anatomy and abnormal pathology to aid in the diagnosis of disease.  Must be able to decide on the completeness and quality of the patient’s studies when working independently of a Radiologist. 
• Demonstrates knowledge on patient positioning for CTexaminations with a high regard for patient safety, care and comfort. Demonstrates understanding of appropriate CT protocolfor specific examinations. 
• Serves as CT Dose Committee Chair leading department safety and quality initiatives related to CT Imaging.  
• Ensures all aspects of Imaging duties, including data entry into Epic Radiant are completed appropriately. 
• Demonstrates competent knowledge and skills in the use of all CTscanners and related ancillary equipment within the CT Department. Stays current in regards to new CT technology, hardware and software upgrades. 
• Meets all CT Technologist competencies. 
• Ensures that staff inform patient and/or family of all needed information concerning the exam performed. 
• Assists in the rotational training of Radiology students.   
• Serves as main resource and collaborator providing technical support/resource as wel as other related duties for CT clinical research program and studies. 
• Practices professional communications, appearance, conduct, punctuality, attendance and attitude that leads to physician, patient and co-worker respect and confidence. 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years’ experience (3 years demonstrated progressive Imaging leadership)
• Graduate of an accredited RT training program.
• ARRT, RT/R, CT Registered
• OBMI License
• CPR License

Experience: 

• Min 2 years supervisory experience  
• Min 2 years of dedicated CT technologist experience.
• Experience working in a Level I / II Trauma Center, or equivalent   

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies): 

• Demonstrate knowledge in the understanding of cross-sectional anatomy. 
• Have the ability to make independent decisions regarding patient care and the completeness and appropriateness of exams ordered.
• Good judgment, decision-making skills, and good organization and communication skills.
• Have the ability to demostrate critial thinking and problem solving skills.
• Must be able to stand, lift, and move patients. 
• Have a working knowledge of CT physics and principles.
• Familiarity with and be accountable to maintaining Joint Commission requirements.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

• Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA)

Salary Range: $99,340.80 - $168,854.40 per year (Commensurate with experience, qualifications and internal equity)

 

We offer a variety of benefits on top of joining a thriving organization:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage at low or no cost to employees
  • Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
• Several retirement plans to choose from! – Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and University Pension Plan, voluntary savings plans (403b, 401a and 457b)
• Up to 200 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off 
• 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated by FTE status)
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
• Annual Raises
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses
• Growth/Development Opportunities

This position works in a busy environment with a lot of interruptions, multiple demands and people interactions. It requires being exposed to noise, radiation, magnetic field and human tissue/fluids. Must be able to deal with competing needs and priorities of patients and internal customers. Use of person computers, copiers, phones, and fax machine. Must have ability to stand, lift, and move patients.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.