Director, UVACH Ambulatory Radiology

Job Code: DI1318

 

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

 

JOB TYPE

Classification: Exempt

Supervises Positions: Yes

 

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the Ambulatory Radiology Services Director provides technical and administrative leadership and support to our free-standing outpatient radiology locations performing diagnostic Imaging. This role oversees the modalities of Radiography, CT, Ultrasound, MRI, Breast Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology and Dexa scanning. This role will create or refine offerings that align with the strategic vision and growth goals of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper markets ensuring the highest levels of clinical quality, patient satisfaction, integrity, and commitment of the imaging team. The Director, UVACH Ambulatory Radiology is responsible for the operations and management oversight of the Gainesville Outpatient Imaging Center and vendor management of both the Culpeper and Centreville locations. This role will serve as the primary interface with OIA (Outpatient Imaging Affiliates) for UVA Health Culpeper, and with MedQuest for UVA Health Centreville.  Finally, this role will partner with other non-acute imaging areas (e.g., Cancer Center, medical group) to define an aligned approach and strategy for delivery of outpatient imaging services across the system.

Through direction and coordination of the technical and support areas of the outpatient locations, Director, UVACH Ambulatory Radiology Services will ensure the organization provides efficient and effective patient care and quality imaging in accordance with established guidelines and organization policies and procedures. The Director, UVACH Ambulatory Radiology Services provides oversight for the Imaging Managers, Supervisors and serves as corporate leader for the group. Organizes, monitors, and coordinates all performance improvement and quality control activities.  The director will be responsible for leading in a matrixed reporting structure.

Analysis: Analyzes processes and creates deliverables to provide information and recommendations for improvements. 

Breaks down problems and issues into sub-components and assesses the costs, benefits, and risks of various options.   Is able to select and recommend the best solution based on a thorough examination of all considerations.   Is able to explain and justify actions in a systematic and logical fashion. 

Communication: Shares and receives information using clear oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 

Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills.  Actively listens, provides constructive feedback, and demonstrates respect for differing views.  Tailor’s communications to diverse audiences. 

Quality Improvement: Demonstrates involvement in the unit’s annual and/or periodic assessment efforts, including efforts to improve the quality services. 

Understands the value of innovation and quality improvement.  Improves processes and practices by identifying inefficiencies and redundancies.  Demonstrates efficiency and quality in one’s own work. 

Customer Service: Builds relationships and maintains strategic partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders.  

Understands the importance of quality service.  Is able to adjust and adapt service delivery to diverse customer needs and sensitivities.  Frequently suggests and implements changes to improve the quality of service. 

Financial Management: Manages tasks and resources within the department to achieve quality and meet budget requirements. 

Ensures that financial and material resources are used effectively and efficiently.   Leverages resources to maximize utility and return on investment (ROI).  Implements measures to minimize theft, damage, or equipment breakdown. 

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 4 Year/Bachelor’s Degree required. Graduate Degree in Business or Healthcare Administration preferred.

Experience: 7 years of progressive management experience leading radiology services in a hospital or healthcare setting, including large equipment installation project(s) and/or service line ownership responsibility. Experience with leading in a matrixed reporting structure is desirable. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. 

Multi-site oversight and management experience preferred.

Licensure: Completion of Accredited Radiologic Technology Program required. Registered with A.R.R.T. required.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 3A, Administration

Work Function/Activity: Sedentary to Light Physical Demand

The job requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs. occasionally. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

 

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: No On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes