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Posted: 17-Apr-25
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 00136633
Opening Date Apr 8, 2025 Closing Date: Ongoing
Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:00 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit: None
Posting Salary: MIN $179,710 MAX $200,232
Organization Health and Hospital Systems
Applicants may apply for this position by applying on-line at Apply On-line - Senior Director of Imaging Services or submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address: mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org
When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job Summary (full Job Description on our website)
Under the direction of the Chief Hospital Executive, Stroger Hospital and Chair of the Department of Radiology, the Senior Director of Imaging Services serves as the director over the division of Imaging Services for Cook County Health (CCH) to ensure the service provided complies with established CCH policies. The Senior Director of Imaging Services is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and operation of CCH inpatient (hospital based) and outpatient (ambulatory) imaging departments and programs to include all administrative, technical and clerical operations to ensure quality, access and budget goals are achieved. In addition, the Senior Director of Imaging is responsible for maintaining high quality care that is cost-effective, and patient/family centered.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining, Discipline, Supervision, Management
Typical Duties
Performs ongoing community needs assessment and target market analysis for imaging program/service opportunities that allow CCH to respond competitively
Assists the management teams of Imaging Service in meeting clinical needs of the physicians, staff and members in the delivery of current programs and the planning, development, and implementation of new imaging programs/services. Supports management in the effectiveness and efficiency of the programs/services through preparation of operational dashboards
Develops imaging benchmarking tool(s) to track and evaluate productivity
Establishes and maintain collaborative relationships with all imaging clinical staff, departments and divisions of the hospitals
Works cooperatively with other clinical and administrative departments as necessary to develop goals and objectives that align with the overall hospital goals and objectives
Supports management in the daily operations of the department to determine appropriate levels of staffing required to deliver imaging services, develop patient-centric scheduling and monitor the patient experience throughout the visit
Performs ongoing assessment of the physical plant and equipment in relation to compliance with safety and regulatory standards and ensures the environment of care contributes to patient satisfaction
Responsible for imaging department budget preparation while identifying and implementing opportunities for financial benefits to CCH
Understands and complies with bargaining agreements and works with the managers to manage union employees and supervisors
Participates and oversees the resolution of human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety issues
Develops and implements a plan for equipment procurement, maintenance, certification and replacement. Keeps abreast of new developments in diagnostic imaging technology and makes recommendations on the acquisition and implementation of new technology
Ensures adherence to state and federal rules and regulations on safety and quality assurance programs Ensures compliance with Joint Commission, federal and state agencies, including Cook County
Monitors staff performance and participates in the development of competencies, performance standards and imaging protocols for the department
Keeps abreast of new developments in diagnostic imaging technology and makes recommendations on the acquisition and implementation of new technology
Maintains and updates annual training, licenses, certifications, registrations for all department staff
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Chief Hospital Executive, Stroger Hospital
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Active technical certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or equivalent subspecialty certification of a relevant accrediting body including, but not limited to, a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT), a Licensed Registered Professional Nurse with an advanced ARRT CV or VI Certification
Four (4) years of Director level experience in an imaging department Strong background in Imaging Services administration
Working knowledge and experience in a high-volume imaging department
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.
VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, y ou will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
“Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada muse be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belongings to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview”.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.