Imaging Director

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

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

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.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.