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Job Description

University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest – Radiology** has an outstanding opportunity for an **ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, RADIOLOGY

WORK SCHEDULE

• FULL-TIME; 100% FTE

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

• Advanced imaging and diagnostic services in North Seattle

• Radiology at UWMC-Northwest is equipped with the advanced diagnostic imaging technology available. Our board-certified radiologists have specialty training in cardiac imaging, neuroimaging, musculoskeletal, interventional radiology, nuclear medicine and body and breast imaging. Along with our team of expert imaging technologists, they are committed to diagnosing illnesses and injuries quickly and effectively so treatment can begin.

• We take time and attention with each patient to explain procedures, so they’ll know what to expect every step of the way.

• Radiology Services at UW Medical Center - Northwest offers routine radiology, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Director of Radiology has responsibility for the Radiology services at the University of Washington Medical Northwest Campus and the University of Washington Medical Center Radiology Scheduling Call Center but also at several affiliated outpatient locations. This includes leadership and direction of organizational goals, establishment of performance metrics, performance improvement activities, and overall operations. In partnership, you will create an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice, team building, and open and transparent communication with all customers. You will directly lead a team of modality and support supervisors and managers to create highly efficient departments based on data driven metrics that are in line with our strategic goals. Collaborating with medical center leadership, the AD will help develop, implement and monitor policies and standards to ensure safe and effective operations and compliance with all organizational, professional and regulatory requirements. The Assistant Director must have a good understanding of change management, staff development, fiscal and budgetary tasks and strategy initiation.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in science, Radiology, or business.

- Professional Certification or License: ARRT.

- 5 or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist and in good standing with the ARRT.

- A minimum of 5 years of direct leadership experience in a large radiology department or practice.

OR equivalent education/experience.

DESIRED SKILLS

-MBA or MHA desired.

-Academic hospital experience.

-Scheduling system and team management 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.

Working Conditions:

Position will require frequent travel between all sites of service.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$170,004.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$230,004.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Relocation assistance available.

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

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.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.