Job Description

At Memorial Hermann, were about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our diverse employee population that develop and grow careers in a team-oriented environment focused on patient care.

Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Memorial Hermann learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for overseeing the overall operation of the Imaging department, including administrative and technical operations, ensuring that hospital and Memorial Hermann objectives are met through efficient and effective patient care.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound and/or Radiological Technology

Licenses/Certifications:

* Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required
* Other required licenses and certifications are dependent on the modality/specialty of the incumbent:

Radiology Technologist

* Licensed by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
* Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R), required

Computed Tomography (CT)

* Licensed by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
* Registered CT Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-CT), required

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

* Licensed by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
* Registered MRI Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-MR), required

Nuclear Medicine

* Licensed by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
* One (1) of the following required:
* Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-N); or
* Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

Mammography

* Licensed by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
* Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R), required
* Registered Mammography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-M), required

Ultrasound

* One (1)of the following required:
* Registered Vascular Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-VS); or
* Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers; or
* Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International; or
* Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International; or
* Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International; or
* Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

* Five (5) years of experience in an acute hospital setting
* Three years of supervisory experience in hospital Imaging Services
* Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of we advance health through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

* Defines the scope of services provided by the departments, determining personnel requirements, assessing needs for new or additional services, and recommending new services/equipment.
* Develops departmental operating and capital budgets, controlling expenditures and properly utilizing personnel and equipment.
* Establishes and maintains Quality Control programs, as well as maintaining all operational policies and procedures within the departments.
* Defines and implements ongoing Performance Improvement Program, while promoting the integration and coordination of department functions with those of other hospitals.
* Maintains a high level of technical competency; provides training and assessment of personnel.
* Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
* Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
* Other duties as assigned.