Patient Care Director, Radiology

Radiology - Central Administration

Full Time

80486BR

Job Summary

Reporting to the Chief Imaging Officer and Matrix to Adult Chief Nursing Officer, the Patient Care Director has 24-hour responsibility for the management of nursing personnel, other personnel, and patient care in the assigned departments. Contributes to the nursing services and the clinical enterprise through support of philosophy, objectives, and educational efforts. Provides administrative leadership and direction to all assigned departments including planning, directing, financial performance, performance improvement, human resource management, evaluation of care, and service initiatives. This role is a key part of the radiology leadership team and will jointly participate in strategic planning and be responsible for operational performance.

Strives for superior performance by consistently providing a product of service to leadership and staff that is recognized as ultimately contributing to the patient and family experience. As a customer-focused team member, they must be accessible, flexible, knowledgeable, and responsive. Supports UCSF's overall mission to provide high quality patient care, teaching and research.

The Patient Care Director works closely with the inter-professional team and may represent the Medical Center for specific projects or initiatives at local hospitals or community agencies.

Participates with leadership to develop short- and long term strategies. Fosters change management skills in subordinate leadership to promote an agile and flexible workforce. Represents nursing on cross-functional committees; has external presence in community and professional organizations and societies. Oversees large, multiple departments. Ensures that quality nursing care is provided and in alignment with internal policy and external regulations for the medical center and / or health system.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $290,000-$300,000 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The UCSF Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services including MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography, x-ray, bone densitometry, PET/molecular imaging and molecular therapy, and body and neuro interventional procedures. These services are currently offered at 15 sites throughout San Francisco including the hospitals and operating rooms at Parnassus Heights, Mission Bay, and Mt. Zion as well as free-standing clinics. Last year the Department of Radiology saw 452,000 patients. Based on growth, future sites and locations may be included, in addition to, those listed above.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Nurse in the State of California; BLS required.
• Advanced knowledge of hospital operations in a multi-hospital setting; knowledge of appropriate professional standards for the multidisciplinary team.
• Advanced communications and interpersonal skills to promote an effective model of shared governance among multiple disciplines.
• Ability to motivate and engage all levels of staff regarding patient care programs, strategies, and organizational mission and values.
• Advanced leadership, fiscal and operations management skills.
• Ability to develop nurse leaders in their adoption and promotion of a shared governance model of collaboration.
• Ability to develop a systems strategic plan and implementing that vision across a large, complex organization.
• In-depth knowledge of a broad scope of relevant regulatory requirements, as well as legislative, accreditation, licensing and compliance environments.
• Advanced conceptual clinical base with expertise in professional practice models, evidence based practice, systems thinking and quality improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Nursing.
• Experience with LEAN methodologies and/or knowledge and support of LEAN Management principles.
• Experience in perioperative, interventional and/or diagnostic radiology.
• Ability to engage in professional nursing associations, academic nursing partnerships , and nursing community to represent UCSF Nursing Services.
• Previous nursing director level experience in a multi-hospital system with oversight of multiple nursing units/clinical areas.

License/Certification

CA RN License.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

006505 NURSE SVC MGR 3

Job Category

Nursing - Management/Administration, Other Nursing, Radiology

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

8 Hours