JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Radiology is responsible for managing and directing the delivery of all medical imaging and radiological services. Ensures quality services are provided and in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. Ensures department operates within budget and in accordance with the organization’s guiding policies and values. Works closely with Radiologists, medical staff, other department managers, patients, public, and Administrator.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Specific: 

1. Lead and manage all radiology operations within the hospital, including diagnostic imaging, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine services (EF)
2. Assume ultimate responsibility for the overall recruitment, hiring, evaluation, performance management, development, competency, scheduling, and retention of qualified staff for the department (EF)
3. Collaborate with hospital leadership, Radiologists, Medical Staff, and other department managers to ensure timely and accurate imaging services that support appropriate patient care (EF)
4. Responsible for the preparation of the department’s operating and capital budgets and manages the operations of the department within the approved budget (EF)
5. Manage the resources (equipment, supplies, space, etc.) necessary to carry out the functions of the department. (EF)
6. Drive continuous improvement through data-driven quality assurance programs and patient satisfaction initiatives (EF)
7. Apply age-specific needs in the assessment, treatment, and care of patients (EF)
8. Develop, review, and revise (as required), comply with, and enforce hospital and department policies and procedures (EF)
9. Maintain current knowledge of and apply with applicable regulatory agency guidelines, and federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
10. Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars and workshops, participate in professional affiliations, and reviewing applicable, current literature.
11. Participate in hospital committees, hospital-sponsored programs and activities, and civic community activities, as requested.

Hospital:

1. Adheres to organization-wide and other applicable policies and procedures.
2. Day-to-day performance complies with the hospital’s Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations.
3. Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital’s Ethics, Compliance and Confidentiality Program guidelines.
4. Performs within the professional Scope of Practice at all times.

Other Duties As Assigned:

• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Required: Graduate from an accredited program of Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine; Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology or related field; *8 hours of stroke education annually

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology, Healthcare Administration, or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required: At least 2 years’ experience with management responsibility over a radiology department with demonstrated supervisory capabilities; Must be thoroughly knowledgeable in the general theories and practices of radiological procedures.

Preferred: Previous experience managing multiple imaging modalities in a hospital setting

SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required: Strong knowledge of imaging modalities, regulatory compliance, and quality standards; Communication and relationship skills necessary to collaborate with hospital administration, healthcare providers, cross-functional teams, and vendors; ability to empower and develop staff; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; excellent organization skills and attention to detail; excellent analytical, problem-solving, and management skills.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Required: 

1.Graduate from an accredited School of Radiology Technology or Nuclear Medicine.

2. Current registration with ARRT – The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or current certification in NMTCB – Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.

3. Current license with the TMB – Texas Medical Board.

COMPANY PROFILE

Citizens Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community hospital known for compassionate patient care, clinical expertise, and bringing advanced medical services to the South Texas region since 1956. Today, Citizens is a 317-bed acute care hospital with over 1,300 employees. Voted “Best of the Best” hospital in Victoria for 15 consecutive years, Citizens Medical Center is a level III Trauma Center, with a newly renovated 24/7 Emergency Department that includes an onsite medical helicopter. Citizens has a comprehensive Community Cancer Program that includes two linear accelerators and HDR brachytherapy. Citizens is recognized for its outstanding cardiology program which includes a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center and is a Primary Stroke Center. Citizens also includes a comprehensive, accredited Bariatric Surgery program, Birth Center with labor and delivery, an imaging and surgery center, sleep study center, state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness center, urology center and daVinci robotics minimally invasive surgery options, a home health agency, and has a long history of providing continuing education for healthcare providers and the community.

Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who actively demonstrate service excellence by exemplifying our iCare values. If you are someone who displays respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers while consistently upholding the hospital’s commitment to providing outstanding outcomes, service excellence, and fiscal responsibility, then you could be a good fit for the CMC team!

BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Health

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• STD, LTD Disability
• Supplemental Life, AD&D
• Flexible Spending (FSA)
• Employer paid life insurance and short term disability

Retirement/Investment

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation

Well-Being Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Sick leave, Bereavement leave, Jury Duty/Witness Service
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Hospital-paid & administered annual immunizations
• HealthPlex (gym) membership discount
• YMCA partnership discount for childcare
• Employee Assistance Programs