Manager-Diagnostic Imaging

Northwestern Medicine; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Professional development

Wellbeing fund

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Bonus/incentive program

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Manager for the Diagnostic Imaging department to oversee daily operations and lead a skilled team in a fast-paced healthcare setting. You will drive departmental goals aligned with our mission while ensuring high-quality patient care.

The role requires 5 years in healthcare with 3 years in leadership, a healthcare or business bachelor’s degree, and relevant certifications. A master’s degree is preferred, with strong budgeting and regulatory experience.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful work environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Assists with developing specific departmental goals to support the strategic plan.
• Manages staff relations including performance management and payroll.
• Monitors budgets, regulatory compliance, and vendor relations; oversees equipment and supplies.
• Coordinates patient care with staff, physicians and other departments.

Skills

Healthcare leadership experience

Critical thinking

Supervisory ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or business

Master’s degree (Preferred)

Job description

The salary range for this position is $55.00 - $79.75 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits:

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

The Manager, Diagnostic Imaging reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Manages the daily operations of the assigned area or function within Diagnostic Imaging.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.
• Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, recruitment and payroll.
• Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and or stock supplies.
• Asses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments. May provide patient care when necessary.

Qualifications

Required:

• 5 years of experience in a healthcare related field, including 3 years of leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or business related field.
• IEMA and ARRT or ARDMS or NMTCB
• CERT BLS
• Certification in area of speciality
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful work environment and take appropriate action.

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.