Manager Non-Invasive Cardiology

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Summary
Oversees the daily operations of non-invasive cardiology department(s) and the clinical/non-clinical staff within those department(s). Develops and monitors work processes, policies, procedures, and protocols to optimize patient care.

Job Duties

• Assesses, plans, and coordinates patient care in the department.
• Audits and controls work processes of the department/staff.
• Monitors PI activity including the performance and participation of the team in PI activities. Renders timely and accurate reports. Establishes quality control systems, evaluates quality control data, institutes corrective action as needed, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assists in the development of departmental operating and capital budgets. Manages department(s) within constraints of the budgets. Provides recommendations to Director for equipment/system budget planning.
• Ensures completion of staff schedules. Directs and/or alters assignments in response to change in need and staff availability.
• Develops, supports, and continually evaluates the professional environment to ensure employee retention and promote a high-performance team.
• Assesses staff performance, provides positive, educational feedback, initiates, reward and disciplinary action as necessary.
• Monitors department customer satisfaction and makes appropriate adjustments to ensure high quality care.
• Ensures equipment is maintained. Follows-up on equipment failure with clinical engineering or vendor as necessary. Oversees new equipment/system roll-outs and system upgrades.
• Conducts staff performance appraisals and reviews.
• Acts as primary liaison with vendors, clinical engineering, IT, and other hospital departments to assure appropriate support and corrective measures are identified and completed in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Hospital, health, business, or public administration or a closely related field. or
• Technical School Diploma Formal education program within non-invasive cardiology (course completion in management/leadership).
• 5 years Technical experience in healthcare field.
• Knowledge of hospital and outpatient operations within Cardiology.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Management skills and knowledge of leadership concepts.
• RDCS-Reg Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer ARDMS - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift:
Day Shift

Address:
700 E Norwegian St

Primary Location:
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Schuylkill

Position Type:
Onsite

Union:
Not Applicable

Work Schedule:
M-F 8-4:30

Department:
1024-00063 LVH-S Heart Station