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NI-Manager, Medical Imaging

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

8/4/2025

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-1352AC

Job Title:

NI-Manager, Medical Imaging

Exemption Status:

Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Imaging Manager leads and manages the operational activities for assigned sections/modalities, locations and support areas. While the range of duties and responsibilities is broad and varied, the position's major responsibilities are managing all day-to-day operations including the delivery of care, human resource management, capital and operational budgeting, equipment oversight, financial management, and performance improvement activities.

 

 

 

The Manager is a positive, effective member of the Medical Imaging management team, fostering a patient focused perspective and ensuring a strong commitment to organizational service standards. The individual maintains collaborative multi-disciplinary relationships within and outside of the organization.  The Medical Imaging Manager collaborates and consults with other SAHS and Imaging leaders to ensure the effective integration of strategic objective, performance management, quality and safety improvements meet regulatory and organizational compliance.


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES


Provides support and supervision to staff, in the delivery of department services and carrying out strategic vision. In collaboration with Director, establishes short and long-range objectives for the Department that integrate the Health System’s values and service excellence philosophy and assures regulatory compliance and accreditation.

 

Performs payroll changes and adjustments for the supervisory staff within the department. Works with each to determine job objectives, work methods and performance standards. Appraises their performance relative to the Medical Imaging mission and goals and discusses with employees.

 

Participates in personnel functions, including hiring, termination, orientation, and competency assessment. Assists in staff development, training and education of associates.

 

Assures compliance with department and System policies and procedures.

 

Participates in and/or leads various Medical Imaging accreditation activities, including the QC program, Safety Management, Survey Readiness, and Proficiency Test Program monitoring.

 

Working with Supervisory staff, develops, introduces and evaluates new procedures and equipment. Ensures that the department complies with all regulatory agencies. Monitors operation expenses and analyzes variances.

 

Establishes performance and analytical standards for the department. Stays informed of developments, trends and technology.

 


ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.


Age Specific Competency (Clinical jobs only)

X

Clinical

 

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.


JOB REQUIREMENTS


Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/
Preferred

 

 

Completed an accredited radiologic technology program, a recognized military radiologic technologist training program, or possess two years of related clinical experience in a military setting.

 

Required

 

Bachelor's Degree

in Radiology, Management or related health field.

 

Preferred

 


Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/
Preferred

 

5 years

experience in imaging field of expertise.

Required

 

2 years

Supervisory experience in an Imaging area.

Required

 

 

Experience with effectively managing resources and budgets.

Required

 

 

Experience developing goals and objectives, and establishing priorities.

Required

 


Illinois Licenses & Certifications

Licenses/Certification Details

Time Frame

Required/
Preferred

 

Registered with the  appropriate Radiology/Medical Imaging governing body: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

 

Required

 


Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Effective managerial, administrative and leadership abilities as applied to the management of operational programs.

 

Ability to implement change in a positive, sensitive and forward-thinking manner.

 

Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment, interacting positively and productively with staff, physicians, other department managers and directors, and other organizational employees.

 

Ability to establish trust and credibility at all levels of the organization, effect collaborative alliances, and promote teamwork.

 

Inspires confidence, appropriate risk taking and achievement of high standards.

 

Self-starter with a willingness to try new ideas.

 

Ability to work independently and to use initiative and independent judgment.

 

Proven leadership, planning, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

 

Good judgment and ability to act decisively at the right time.

 

Effective communication skills both in written and verbal presentation with a communication style that is open and that fosters trust, credibility and understanding.

 

Effective analytical ability and organizational skills with attention to detail and prioritization.

 

Proficient working knowledge of computer software (or ability to learn quickly), such as Epic, Microsoft Office, budgeting and purchasing programs, as well as PACS.

 


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS


Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demand

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Standing

 

X

 

 

Walking

 

X

 

 

Climbing

 

 

 

X

Bending

 

 

X

 

Crouching

 

 

 

X

Pushing / Pulling

 

 

 

X

Carry

 

 

 

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

 

X

 

 

Color Discrimination

 

X

 

 

Hearing Ability

 

X

 

 

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

 

 

 

X

15 - 30 lbs.

 

 

 

X

30 - 50 lbs.

 

 

 

X


 

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted.  Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift.  Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the “Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)” policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.


Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.

Physical Demands

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Concentration on Detail

 

X

 

 

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

 

 

 

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

 

 

 

Oral Communication

X

 

 

 

Written Communication

X

 

 

 


Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

 

 

 

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

 

 

 

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

 

 

 

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

 

 

 

X

Exposure to Radiation

 

 

X

 


Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.