Assistant Director, Imaging Services

Assistant Director Of Imaging

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation's largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology's mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.

The Assistant Director of Imaging works under the direct supervision of the Director of Imaging to maintain an effective and efficiently run imaging department. Provides leadership, staff development, and management of key functions to provide high quality patient care. Assist with various reporting duties and day to day operations of all imaging modalities at all Tennessee Oncology imaging sites. Displays interpersonal skills required by exercising judgment and discretion when dealing with patients, staff and physicians. Supports and adheres to Tennessee Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Conduct and Business Standards. In addition to these duties the Imaging Operations Manager is also responsible for performing diagnostic CT exams as well as PET/CT imaging according to the physician's orders and the radiologist's guidelines. Follows rules and regulations established by the NRC and state-licensing agencies in the proper method of handling radioactive isotopes and the provision of quality patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Director of Imaging with obtaining and maintaining ACR accreditation for all Tennessee Oncology imaging sites.
• Assist the Director of Imaging with annual state of Tennessee utilization reports for all Tennessee Oncology imaging sites.
• Assist the Director of Imaging with annual JAR reports for the state of Tennessee for all Tennessee Oncology IDTF sites.
• Perform bi-annual ACR PET phantom imaging on all Tennessee Oncology PET facilities.
• Perform bi-annual QA audits at all Tennessee Oncology imaging sites.
• Assist the Director of Imaging with assessing staffing needs.
• Identify any potential staffing issues and bring them to the attention of the Director.
• Responsible for day-to-day operations of all modalities at all Tennessee Oncology imaging sites.
• Comprehensive knowledge of CT cross-sectional anatomy, positioning, radiographic techniques, and radiation protection concepts.
• Insures proper administration of oral and intravenous contrast material when appropriate.
• Measures, administers, and records isotope dosage following established departmental procedures.
• Follows radiation safety techniques in usage and disposal of radioactive isotopes in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.
• Orients and mentors new staff members.
• Demonstrates outstanding customer service and displays appropriate behavior.
• Performs all duties in accordance with Tennessee Oncology Policies and Procedures Manual and supplemental procedure established for its Imaging Centers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 3 years management experience in healthcare setting
• Registered Technologist with experience in an outpatient facility
• Certification in PET and CT is preferred
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential
• The assistant director of imaging must be willing to work closely with other managers to create a positive working environment conducive to productivity and efficiency

Physical Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment assisted up to 50 lbs.