Associate Vice President Imaging

Career Opportunity At Lehigh Valley Health NetworkImagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.Job TitleOperational Leader For ImagingJob DescriptionServe as operational leader with direct accountability to the VP Imaging and primary client accountability to the regional VP Operations and Hospital President(s). Serve as the senior imaging leader on the hospital leadership team. Lead the development of imaging growth strategy and oversee all inpatient and outpatient imaging locations and modalities within their assigned region or specialty.Job DutiesWorking with the VP Imaging and regional leadership, develop strategy and operational direction for all aspects of daily operations for all inpatient and outpatient imaging locations in the region(s)Serve as the primary imaging lead with indirect reporting and client accountability to Hospital VP Operations and the regional Hospital President and other campus Presidents. Attend leadership meetings and daily huddles as indicated by campus leadersRecommend the organizational structure needed to support operations across the region in collaboration with joint venture leadership. Direct reporting with location managers and supervisors and matrix reporting with joint venture leadership across the system.Oversee clinical activities and daily operations across the region(s) to ensure delivery of safe and effective patient careProvide leadership in optimizing access and capacity utilization across the region(s)Develop annual budgets, approve goals and objectives, and develop and implement action plans to ensure costs stay with budget and financial performance targetsCollaborate with campus leadership, clinical engineering, and VP Imaging to develop annual and long-range capital budgets for the region(s)Collaborate with imaging and finance leadership to develop business plans for expansion necessary to accommodate growthEnsure systems are in place to create reliability for all quality, radiation safety, and compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations related to imagingIdentifies and analyzes trends in patient experience and provides leadership in improving consumer loyaltyMinimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in business or healthcare field5 years imaging leadership experienceRT - Registered Technologist Radiology - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists orCNMT - Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board orRDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical SonographyPreferred QualificationsMaster's Degree in business or healthcare field10 years imaging modalities experience and5 years experience in leadership at a large medical centerCRA - Certified Radiology Administrator - Radiology Administration Certification Commission Upon HireAdditional Qualifications 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.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.