Radiology Clinical Operations Manager

Job Description The UW Medical Center – Montlake Radiology Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Radiology Clinical Operations Manager. Work Schedule Full‑Time / 40 Hours per Week Day Shift Position Highlights Serve as a key leadership role in the Department of Radiology for operational responsibility and initiatives of multiple modalities. Oversee the clinical diagnostic radiology units at the five campuses of UWMC. This will require frequent travel to these locations to assure consistent service standards, evaluate operations and provide leadership and structure for the department. Be responsible for assisting the department director and assistant director with all aspects of the department and administrative functions. Primary Job Responsibilities Model leadership in accordance with organizational goals, objectives and initiatives, under the guidance of the assistant director and director. Coordinate and manage performance improvement activities within the clinical sites of service in collaboration with the director, medical director, supervisors, radiologists and staff, and with other departments as appropriate. Work collaboratively with the senior leaders and physicians to ensure success of the department. This includes, but is not limited to, organizing and facilitating meetings, ensuring professional communication at all times, and using appropriate forums and escalation pathways. The manager is expected to understand the priorities of UWMC and align the operations to achieve set goals. Be responsible and accountable for the overall clinical and technical operation of the assigned Radiology department modalities. Management, oversight, maintenance and improvement of the business functions and processes for Radiology. Be knowledgeable in the detailed operation of the Radiology Information System, PACS, EMR, electronic order entry and clinical decision support systems. Assure appropriate, effective utilization of the systems by supervisors/leads/staff. Identify and recommend system/process enhancements. Assist senior leadership with hospital billing and compliance process in Radiology for: Technical billing, account rejection, resolution of registration/pre‑authorization/ABN issues, charge master/CPT codes/RVU updates/APC education, research/special billing tracking and processing. Manage general operations of the Radiology Departments at all sites in a cost‑effective manner to insure patient, physician, visitor and staff satisfaction, as well as safety, efficient patient flow, optimum use of equipment, and highest quality diagnostic results. Interface with hospital departments to provide effective service and support systems for the Department of Radiology. This may include Finance, Patient Care Services, Ambulatory Care, Materials Management, Process Improvement and all other partners within the medical centers and clinics. Assist with development, justifications, and achieving the fiscal budgets for the 9 cost centers within the department of Radiology. Monitor patient revenues, expenses and assist the senior leadership with appropriate reports. Take actions to correct problematic areas. Assist with managing revenue cycle flow in the department to ensure timely submission of charges. This includes monitoring late charges, denials and working with all areas and adjacent departments to optimize efficiency and effectiveness. Desired MBA or MHA desired Registered in additional ARRT modalities Academic hospital experience Demonstrated experience in planning, construction and equipment installations Analytic skills and leadership in process improvement Exceptional communication skills; both verbal and written Proficiency with RIS and PACS systems Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Required Position Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Science, Radiology, or Business Current registration as a registered technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or equivalent 4 or more years of previous supervisory experience in a large radiology department or practice 5 or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist Washington State licensed Radiologic Technologist Good standing with the ARRT An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $170,004.00 annual Pay Range Maximum: $204,996.00 annual Other Compensation: - Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular?: This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. 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