Manager DI, MRI, Cyclotron & Prov Radiopharm- Diagnostic Imaging

About the Opportunity

The Manager works with the Operations Director and the DI Medical Department Head for the Zone, to facilitate the daily administrative and clinical operations of the areas of responsibility and to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe and efficient Diagnostic Imaging services.  The Manager works in collaboration with other managers and staff to develop and implement policies and procedures which are congruent with the Program and overall corporate plan of Nova Scotia Health. 

The Manager is accountable for the efficient and effective operation of assigned areas of responsibility, including zonal MRI, Cyclotron, and Radiopharmacy services. MRI services are provided 7 days/week either by on-site technologists or on-call service, are multi-site (VG, HI, BLCOC and DGH) and multi-professional including technologists, technical assistants, and imaging attendants. The Central zone MRI service is a provincial resource and services the inpatient, outpatient, and emergency needs. The manager is responsible for the coordination of the clinical MRI program for Central Zone. 

The Cyclotron regularly operates 5 days a week and must adhere to multiple Health Canada License standards around radiation/nuclear safety and good manufacturing practices. The manager works in collaboration with provincial DI managers and directors on leadership issues and processes related to the Provincial Radiopharmacy.

 The Manager works in a co-leadership relationship with the designated Service Chief / Chief Radiologist for assigned areas / facilities.

Duties are performed in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values, Standards, Policies and Procedures of Nova Scotia Health, which is committed to patient safety, continuous quality improvement, and advancing the delivery of safe and trusted health services.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Medical Imaging Technology program supplemented by additional formal management and/or leadership training
• Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification or other imaging-related credentialing body
• Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) licensure or eligible 
• Minimum (3) three years’ experience relevant supervisory/managerial experience, demonstrating progressive development of financial, strategic and people management skills
• Experience in MRI preferred 
• Equivalent combinations of experience and/or alternative education shall be considered
• Masters Level Degree in health related discipline, health administration, business administration or related subject an asset 
• Certified Health Executive designation an asset
• Leadership, organizational and decision skills in support of patient, family and client-centred diagnostic imaging services
• Knowledge in field to help inform strategy development and organizational planning.
• Experience in financial planning and management
• Evidence-based collaborative problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making skills
• Well developed organizational, networking, negotiation and change management skills
• Understanding of the principles of project management with demonstrated ability to lead work teams
• Familiarity with quality improvement methodologies. (e.g., LEAN)
• Cultural competence
• Ability to analyse and interpret statistical data and monitor quality and performance indicators and benchmarks
• Possesses functional knowledge of Radiology Information Systems
• Ability to work within Microsoft Office suite and SAP environments
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$45.45 - $60.39 hourly 

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.