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The **Regional MRI Modality Manager** is responsible for operational oversight, quality assurance, technical staff supervision and development, monitoring, reporting and auditing technical operations across multiple assigned outpatient imaging centers. This role combines leadership and general MRI services with the development, implementation, and ongoing management of research, modality protocol oversight. This role will require collaboration with leadership and oversight including but not limited to site managers, lead administrators and corporate quality to ensure the highest caliber of patient care and image quality is a focus and consistently delivered. In partnership with Quality, this role will lead the creation, implementation and ongoing refinement of regional MRI programs, including protocol, standardization and quality monitoring. The role will remain focused on expansion of services within MRI ensuring ongoing cross training of staff, upskilling technical knowledge of direct reports and drive strategic growth of research opportunities across the states’ micro markets. The role will oversee supply ordering by designated technical staff, manage supply costs in a fiscally responsible manner & work with the Operational Leadership team to ensure appropriate staff volume ratios are maintained weekly to drive profitability at locations. In addition to these duties the role includes responsibilities in quality assurance and acts as a clinic liaison.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

+ Deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging services efficiently and professionally, ensuring confidentiality and personalized attention. Regional MRI Managers may actively scan 10-15% of weekly scheduled hours however, administrative time is a function of the role.

+ Maintain high level visibility and interaction with site personnel, technologists, radiologists, service vendors and support personnel as well as the multi-disciplinary team of leaders across the organization that support technical functions. Foster sound relationships with referring practices, optimally align and support vendor relationships and work closely with our procurement team. Assist with interviewing candidates for vacant roles, hiring new team members, oversee performance management, facilitate professional development initiatives, and conduct employee disciplinary actions , including terminations. Conduct new hire and annual clinical assessments, as well as performance reviews for team members. Maintain good customer relations with referring physicians and engage with the Sales team to bring forward any concerns.

+ Oversee technical staff, equipment performance, maintain safety and constant readiness standards, act as a collaborative partner with Quality to deliver safe, quality imaging services at all times and actively participate in surveys, inspections and accreditation processes. Comply with clinical accreditation requirements and submission deadlines. Assist with clinical accreditation applications and inspections. This role will support sites and staff to ensure all regulatory requirements are met and ensure compliance with license regulations within the state. Identify and investigate areas of concern to preclude patient incidents. Promptly investigate and report for correction any service malfunction to ensure minimal downtime, while maintaining detailed accurate records. Ensure all required supplies are on hand to avoid disruption of service.

+ Work with the Clinical leadership and Radiologists to ensure protocols are current and quality services are being provided. Consults with Radiologists regarding situations requiring physician intervention. Actively engage with Case Managers on a daily basis to ensure tech workflows are in place, followed and medical reports are delivered to referring providers electronically. Collaborate with the account executive team supporting sales function.

+ Active participation in site leader daily huddles as well as weekly huddles with each site’s technical staff to keep staff abreast of changes, concerns, implemented practices/processes, etc. Host, at minimum, quarterly meetings focusing on education, training, updates on policies, volume review, patient satisfaction statistics, team building and culture building. Work closely with Lead Administrator/Site Manager and Operations to ensure proper scheduling of exams and workflow is maintained. Fiscal responsibility related to staffing and forecasting staff: volume ratios. Additionally, oversee supply spend and work to ensure fiscally responsible spending.

+ Perform other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements:

+ Associate's Degree or Equivalent Experience

+ Must hold ARRT(MR) and/or ARMIT registry and state licensure, if applicable.

+ Must hold current BLS and ACLS certification

+ Valid state driver’s license, as applicable.

+ 5+ years of MRI experience with a focus on research and safety.

+ Must be self-motivated and encourage a positive work environment which promotes staff engagement and superior delivery of patient care.

+ Must have strong analytical, organizational and multi-tasking skills. The role will require promotion of developing staff skill sets by acting as a supportive leader to drive change, promote compassionate care delivery and manage cultural change amongst technical staff.

+ Must have experience with protocol building, scan optimization and the ability to proactively engage with referring physicians, interpreting radiologists and patients/families to deliver best outcomes.

+ Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs as required within the role.

+ Must possess in-depth knowledge of MRI safety and be focused on the expansion of clinical research within the market to strategically develop growth initiatives across the market.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease, communicable disease when interacting with patients, environmental hazards such as exposure to noise, and travel.

+ More than 50% of the time

+ Sit, stand, walk

+ Repetitive motion, eye sight, speech/hearing (able to communicate with patients)

+ Less than 50% of the time

+ Carry and lift weight (Ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam)

+ Stoop, kneel or crawl

+ Climb and balance

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Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.