Assistant Manager Radiology

Assists the department manager in monitoring the operation and productivity of imaging services. Assists the department manager in the management and supervision of department personnel. Provides technical support for the effective and efficient delivery of imaging services under the supervision of the department manager and attending radiologist.

• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis. Imaging services include : X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, and Ultrasound services.

• EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

Registration with an approved credentialing organization and current Oregon licensure in a diagnostic imaging modality required.

• Three (3) years experience in a position of similar complexity and responsibility required.
• Experience or training in medical terminology and computer skills required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Quality Control and Safety : Knowledge of tests, products, services, and processes. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.

• Customer Service : Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards of service and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Problem Solving, Stress Management, and Time Management : Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, employ creativity and alternative thinking to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Ability to maintain patience and composure in high stress and difficult situations. Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast paced environments.
• Communication, Community Relations, and Conflict Resolution : Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas. Ability to communicate to people internally and externally to the organization and to represent the organization to customers, public, government, and other external sources. Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Confidentiality, Compliance, and Health Information Technology : Knowledge of and ability to comply with State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information and how it applies to health information technology. Possess judgment skills to resolve legal, financial, and administrative problems.
• Team Building and Project Management : Ability to work, function, and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize multiple fast-moving projects with changing priorities, drivers, and dependencies. Ability to work independently or as part of an integrated team to achieve a common goal.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely

1 - 10% of the time)

Occasionally

11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently

34 - 66% of the time)

Continually

67 – 100% of the time)

CLIMB - STAIRS

LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest : 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

BEND FORWARD at waist

KNEEL (on knees)

STAND

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

ROTATE TRUNK Standing

REACH - Upward

PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

PULL (0-20 pounds force)

CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

REACH - Forward

MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands / wrists

FINGER DEXTERITY

PINCH Fingers

GRASP Hand / Fist

None specified

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