MRI Manager

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Day (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Job Description Job Description Job Summary Oversees, coordinates, and directs modality specific activities in medical imaging. Develops and implements programs in these specific areas that meet the needs of families and physicians that seek care from Lurie Children’s Medical Imaging. Promotes a leadership style and philosophy that models and promotes the vision of Lurie Children’s. Actively supports all departmental and hospital Quality Improvement and Customer Service goals by modeling appropriate behaviors and providing a work environment conducive to the goals. Manages day-to-day operational activities of MRI.  Serves as a preceptor, mentor and resource to staff ensuring that all organizational and departmental policies and procedures are followed. Serves as MR Safety Officer once credentialed. Leadership Competencies: Personal Leadership Acts with integrity Builds trusting relationships Approachable; seeks to be helpful Leads from strengths and strives to improve weaknesses Thinks strategically and communicates with others frequently Leads with flexibility and adaptability Models and holds self accountable for Lurie Children’s values and core competencies (service, innovation, and teamwork) Leads with courage and confidence Seeks to continuously learn and improve by soliciting and acting on feedback Takes initiative to build knowledge by leveraging resources and asking questions Organizational Awareness and Alignment Shares subject matter expertise Frequent and clear communication in all directions to ensure alignment Identifies and collaborates with stakeholders to achieve results; drives to operational excellence Is a good financial steward Is an advocate for self and team members Understands and models the Lurie Children’s culture by living the service principles and values Thinks strategically and shares knowledge; sets and communicates priorities while cascading Lurie Children’s strategic goals Understands organizational structure and navigates successfully Leading Through Change Leads change confidently and with competence by owning the message and “walking the talk” Is strategic and helps others by communicating often, including providing rationale and vision for changes Asks questions and shares assumptions to support and lead others through ambiguity Is a self-directed learner; gathers knowledge about healthcare climate and cascades to others Communicates and facilitates each initiative to adapt to a rapidly changing healthcare climate Continuously evaluates and improves upon the change to speed up decision making and ensure the optimal solution is reached Influencing and Leading Others Provides clarity by defining roles, responsibilities, and priorities  Holds self and others accountable Helps team members grow and develop by finding opportunities and giving frequent feedback Identifies gaps in team’s skills Shares or develops tools and resources to fill gaps Leads with compassion and authenticity  Increases span of influence with stakeholders beyond direct reports Actively listens and seeks to understand  Breaks down complex problems and helps to set goals and expectations Engages and empowers others; has a mindset of developing others for their own growth and the organization’s success Champion of Lurie Children’s mission and strategic goals by modeling the service principles Proactively addresses performance issues and conflict Area Specific Job Accountabilities: Works with Executive Director and Associate Director, Medical Imaging, to develop and maintain volume-based staffing plans by monitoring staff and patient schedules. Develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive orientation plans, competency standards, and ongoing professional development training for medical imaging technologists ensuring that all team members are fully equipped to meet industry standards and deliver high-quality care. Oversees and manages all customer service and quality management initiatives relative to medical imaging. Collaborates with Executive Director and Associate Director to plan, prepare and monitor operational budget in medical imaging.  Proactively researches, evaluates, and advises on emerging and existing technologies, providing strategic recommendations to enhance clinical capabilities, improve operational efficiency, and ensure modality remains at the forefront of industry advancements. Develops business plans for equipment replacement and collaborates with key staff from Health Technology Management, Facilities, and Information Management to ensure seamless integration, optimal functionality, and alignment with departmental and organizational goals. Works with Executive Director and Associate Director to manage variance to monthly operational budgets for on- and off-site locations and may assist in preparing annual budgets. Oversees the collection, analysis, and reporting of key modality metrics, including volume, patient access, operational efficiencies, patient outcomes, and financial performance, to drive data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives. Identifies modality-specific areas for growth, process improvement, and cost containment. Oversees ACR reaccreditation process and assures on-going compliance. Provides direct supervision to frontline staff in modality(ies). Atten