Manager Nuclear Medicine

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 121,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Pet insurance

EAP

Professional development

Job summary

University Hospital is seeking a Manager of Nuclear Medicine to plan, organize, and direct daily operations in the Nuclear Medicine and Radiology departments. You will supervise administrative and technical staff, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will lead staffing, training, performance appraisals, and recruitment while coordinating with the Director Radiology to optimize patient access and workflow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field required.
• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program with valid NJ license.
• ARRT or NMTCB Certification and current NJ registration required.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience, including two (2) years of clinical patient care.
• Two (2) years (three (3) preferred) as a lead or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for Nuclear Medicine and Radiology departments.
• Define authority and delegate duties to staff.
• Maintain competency of all technical staff and ensure training.
• Manage daily operations and optimize patient access, scheduling, and care.
• Ensure quality radiologic exams and adherence to department protocols.
• Monitor volumes and physician utilization; propose improvements.
• Communicate effectively with staff, physicians, and patients.
• Attend committee meetings representing Radiology.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field

Master’s Degree in a health-related field preferred

Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program

Job description

About The Role

The Manager Nuclear Medicine, in cooperation with the Director Radiology, is accountable for planning, organizing and administratively directing the daily clinical and business operations of the Nuclear Medicine Department. The Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, including providing oversight of the administrative staff and technical staff which includes human resource functions, hiring, coaching, performance appraisals and ensuring clinical competency. The Manager will develop and manage the operational budget, purchasing, policies and procedures, and contractual agreements, and ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Provides leadership and direction for the Nuclear Medicine Department and staff. Organizes, plans, and directs activities related to the Radiology Department.
• Clearly defines authority and responsibility for all personnel and delegates duties to staff members.
• Demonstrates basic working knowledge of radiology imaging principles, techniques, and ancillary equipment as they apply to the daily operations of the department. Remains current on technological and clinical advances in imaging.
• Manages the daily operations of the department by mediating problems relative to patient access, scheduling, clinical care, morale, and other issues. Develops workable action plans to achieve operational goals and growth.
• Ensures staff are performing quality radiologic exams and following the established protocols of University Hospital.
• Monitors and assures the training and competency of all technical staff.
• Utilizes interpersonal communication skills to convey a positive and supportive attitude.
• Communicates well to staff, physicians, employees of University Hospital and community members.
• Models exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with referring physicians, patients, and the broader healthcare community. Actively builds trust at all levels and ensures staff are treated with respect. Coaches and provides feedback to direct reports.
• Monitors Nuclear Medicine volumes and physician utilization and presents the Director Radiology with opportunities for improvements and/or resolution.
• Supports and assists with data collection for Performance Improvements while understanding the department performance trends and standards. Encourages others to contribute to Performance Improvement.
• Holds regularly scheduled staff meetings. Attends other committee meetings as directed, representing the Radiology.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field required or a Master’s Degree in a health-related field preferred.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program with a valid license to work in the field of nuclear medicine technology in the State of New Jersey.
• NJ State license and ARRT or NMTCB Certification and current active registration required.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience, including at least two (2) years of clinical patient care experience required.
• Must have at least two (2) years of experience (three (3) years preferred) as a lead or supervisor.
• This involves expertise managing direct reporting and overseeing the operations of a department or division.
• Must demonstrate the ability to lead a team while maintaining optimal efficacy and efficiency.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Must be capable of organizing and prioritizing multiple concerns for resolution.
• Must have great written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer

• Vacation Time
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is VS/33S: $120,720.00 - $150,896.00 - $181,077.00. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.