ASSISTANT CHIEF OF X-RAY (RADIOLOGY INFORMATION SYSTEMS) - Westchester Medical Center

Distinguishing Features of the Class: Under general supervision, an incumbent in this class is a technical specialist responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance and operation of the automated information system in the Division of Radiology at the Westchester Medical Center. This system provides a comprehensive data base for the Division of Radiology for physician order entries, diagnostic reporting, inventory, scheduling, patient information and data tracking to provide accessible, accurate and complete patient billing and departmental information. Administrative supervision may be exercised as part of the development and coordination function. Does related work as required.

Examples of Work: (Illustrative Only)

Develops, maintains, operates and updates an automated data base for the Division of Radiology to track physician orders, inventory, scheduling and patient information;

Develops and maintains several data tables consisting of information for the user;

Identifies and troubleshoots any software or hardware problems and takes appropriate action to address problems quickly to insure continued operations;

Provides training and technical assistance to in-house users to help ensure smooth workflow and develop employee skills;

Works closely with the Information Systems Division and software vendors to ensure proper interfacing and that automation meets multidisciplinary requirements;

Reviews, approves and installs any software upgrades to ensure the most up-to-date applications;

Analyzes existing systems, meets with vendors, and recommends new systems to meet the operational needs of the department;

Creates and generates reports regularly for management decision making;

Participates in developing departmental policies and procedures to ensure efficiency;

Directs, coordinates and monitors activities for quality assurance compliance and identifies and makes recommendations to correct problem areas;

Attends seminars and conferences and keeps abreast of radiological procedures as they relate to automation capabilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes: Thorough knowledge of the application of a systems approach to management informational requirements as it applies to the procedures of radiology; thorough knowledge of techniques, practice and procedures of radiological operations; good knowledge of all aspects of computers and information systems including equipment, programs, systems and functional capabilities; good knowledge of the functional aspects, professional relationships and procedures existing within a large, tertiary care, teaching medical center as they relate to radiology; ability to analyze and understand the various functions, operations, objectives and goals of radiology to adapt automated information systems to meet its needs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrative, professional, technical and clerical personnel; ability to clearly instruct and assist employees in the operation of automated systems; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments; ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position; thoroughness; resourcefulness; initiative; sound professional judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience: Possession of a valid license and current registration, issued by the New York State Health Department, as a Radiologic Technologist, and four years of experience in a hospital radiology department or a private radiological service performing all types of diagnostic work, one year of which must have included systems analysis and development.

*Special Note: Education beyond the secondary level must be from an institution recognized or accredited by the Board of Regents of the New York State Education Department as a post-secondary, degree-granting institution.

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