Associate Manager Medical Imaging

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking an Imaging Department leader for the MRI program at University Medical Center Tucson. You will oversee daily operations, support staff development, and ensure patient-centered care on a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

You will lead hiring and training, drive process improvements, and manage budgets while maintaining compliance and safety in a Level 1 trauma center environment. Join us to impact patient care and team success.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma from an approved Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT certification and state licensure as applicable.
• 4+ years of MRI/radiology experience.
• BLS certification.
• Advanced MRI certification preferred (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and supervise staff in imaging department.
• Lead hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure safe, cost-effective care and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement department goals and workflow improvements.
• Manage department budget and staffing within budget.
• Collaborate with other departments and external vendors.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

Leadership

Education

Radiologic Technology certificate

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare

Job description

Primary City/State:Tucson, ArizonaDepartment Name:MRI-HospWork Shift:DayJob Category:Clinical CareSign-on bonus available for qualified candidates!Explore and excel. Banner Health earned Great Place To Work Certification and we’re looking for team members to join our mission to make health care easier, so life can be better.Tucson is set in a Sonoran Desert valley surrounded by five mountain ranges. Boasting an average 350 sunny days a year and warm dry air, the climate is ideal for year-round outdoor recreation. Tucson offers one-of-a-kind experiences for those interested in outdoor adventure and nature, heritage and culture, arts and attractions, golf and original Southwest-inspired dining.Join our team as an Imaging Department leader and make a meaningful impact on patient care and team success. In this role, you'll oversee daily operations, support and develop staff, and ensure safe, efficient, patient-centered care. You'll lead hiring, training, and performance development while driving process improvements and departmental goals. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative leader who is passionate about healthcare excellence and continuous improvement.Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8AM to 430PM at BUMC Tucson. Must have MRI Tech experience.Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides operational, financial, managerial and/or clinical support within the department. Supervises and participates in selection, orientation, counseling and evaluation of staff. May perform prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocol. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Provides or facilitates patient care for patient populations and serves as a resource to staff for clinical and managerial support. Assumes responsibility for direct patient care when necessary. Promotes interdisciplinary patient care planning and patient education.2. Demonstrates effective communication skills, problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution in the supervision of the department, keeping the appropriate people informed. Demonstrates leadership qualities in support of department needs and Collaborates with various departments, outside vendors, and other departments to assure adequate resources and the proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care management.3. Assists in the development, implementation, and interpretation of department/facility/system policies within the clinical setting. Responsible for providing safe and cost effective care while considering patient satisfaction and customer service.4. Hires, trains, conducts performance evaluations, provides counseling, initiates corrective action and directs the workflow for the staff. This position participates in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives. Ensures all goals and objectives are met timely and effectively.5. Supports change and participates in the development, interpretation, implementation and evaluation of the goals/objectives and process improvement activities within the department.6. Manages patient care activities within the budgetary and productivity guidelines of the department/facility. Monitors staff usage and ensures staffing meets patient needs in a fiscally responsible manner.7. Maintains clinical competencies and certifications as required and assures compliance with regulatory agencies and laws. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information. Adheres to safety policies.8. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. May perform prescribed procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.9. This position functions within the Imaging department of the assigned facility. May be responsible for department budget and operations; and participates on committees as assigned. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCertificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program or equivalent program for other modalities (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT Scan, Mammography, Diagnostic Imaging).Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or modality qualified licensure (NMTCB, ARDMS, ARMRIT). Licensure by state regulatory agency required, if applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT Scan, Mammography), if applicable. BLS certification required.This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 4+ years of experience relevant to patient population. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSHealth care related Bachelors degree and prior supervisory experience preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.EEO Statement:EEO/Disabled/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy Policy