Radiology Improvement & Standards Coordinator

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Medical Center Central Campus is committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment. The Radiology division requires data analysis and reporting to support management decisions, with responsibility for RIS/CIS systems and charge masters across departments.

You will coordinate system initiatives and ensure compliance with governing bodies. The role emphasizes data collection, auditing, and collaboration with radiology leadership to implement improvements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or ARRt (Registered).
• Seven+ years work experience as a medical imaging technologist.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the business operation of the radiology division.
• Perform data analysis and reporting to support management decisions.
• Maintain RIS order catalog and charge masters for Radiology and related sites.
• Assist in coordinating system initiatives for process improvements (billing, scheduling, forms).
• Ensure compliance with laws, JC requirements, and DMC policies.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Diagnostic imaging knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree ARRt

Tools

RIS

CIS/RIS

Job description

Detroit Medical Center Central Campus

is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the system radiology leadership and in conjunction with the chief for the specialty service, coordinates the business operation of the division. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, data analysis and reporting. Researches, gathers, analyzes and disseminates information to assist the radiology management team in informational and statistical reporting. Assists staff in the use of related/integrated information systems such as Voice Recognition, and CIS/RIS, as applicable. Maintains RIS order catalog for all departments that utilize RIS. Creates, inactivates, maintains and review charge masters for all of Radiology, Cardiac Cath, EP Hospitals and Ambulatory Imaging Sites. Designated IT radiology point person for testing, review and approval of all radiology enhancement requests. Assist in coordinating system initiatives for process improvements such as billing compliance, on-line scheduling, system forms, new patient curriculum and staff educational tools. Collects, analyzes and reports statistical data. Participates in auditing system response to all governing bodies. May serve as a Radiology representative for system meetings or other duties as assigned. Monitors activities for and ensures compliance with laws, government regulations, JC requirements and DMC policies. As directed, implements external and internal audit recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent combination of education and/or experience (ARRT) Registered.
• Seven or more years work experience as an medical imaging technologist.

Skills Required

• Analytical ability to gather and interpret data, to identify discrepancies, problems or issues, to obtain advice when precedents are unclear or unavailable and to determine methods for ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Communication and/or interpersonal skills for contact with internal and external customers/stakeholders to discuss and interpret technical information and department or function policy. Some discretion must be exercised in deciding what and how to communicate. Conflict resolution skills are exercised within the unit or function and occasionally on an interdepartmental or inter-functional basis. Diplomacy, tact and listening skills are required. Ability to read and comprehend policies and interpret technical materials in the specialty area is necessary.
• Project management and organizational skills including the ability to accomplish goals and objectives in a resourceful yet timely manner.
• Technical knowledge of diagnostic imaging services.

Facility Description

The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is a nationally recognized health care system that serves patients and families throughout Michigan and beyond. A premier healthcare resource, our mission is to help people live happier, healthier lives. The hospitals of the Detroit Medical Center are the Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit Receiving Hospital, Harper University Hospital, Hutzel Women’s Hospital, the DMC Heart Hospital, Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, the Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan and Sinai-Grace Hospital. DMC’s 150-year legacy of medical excellence and service provides patients and families world-class care in cardiovascular health, women’s services, neurosciences, stroke treatment, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehabilitation, organ transplant and other general and specialty services. DMC is a key partner in Detroit’s resurgence, which continues to draw national and 8 international attention. A dedicated corporate citizen with strong community ties, DMC is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Southeast Michigan.

EEO Statement

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Job: Clinical Services

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: Detroit Medical Center Shared Services

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Day