Introduction To Medical Imaging Management

Description

In the past, for the most part, people who moved into management positions in medical imaging were chosen because they were the best technologists. However, the skill set for technologists and supervisors/managers are vastly different. Even an MBA-educated person may not be ready to take on imaging management. As an example, when buying a very expensive piece of imaging equipment, this person would not necessarily know the right questions to ask, such as: What is my guaranteed uptime? Is technologist training included?

Introduction to Medical Imaging Management is a comprehensive reference for medical imaging managers learning through a combination of education and experience. This thorough book provides an in-depth overview of every major facet pertaining to the knowledge and skills necessary to become a department or imaging center supervisor or manager. The text follows a natural progression from transitioning into a management position and dealing with former peers through the most sophisticated skills uniquely applicable to medical imaging management.

Covering all aspects of the profession—operations, human resources, finance, and marketing—this reference is a must-have for any potential, new, or less experienced imaging manager.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
   1. Transition to Management
      1. Skill Sets
      2. What to Expect
      3. Motivation
      4. Personnel Basics
      5. Leadership Styles
      6. Generational Differences
   2. Management Basics and Skills
      1. Communication
      2. Conflict Management
      3. Delegation
      4. Prioritizing/Organization
      5. Presentation Skills
      6. Motivating
      7. Time Management
      8. Imagination
      9. References
   3. Stress Management and Working with Radiologists
      1. Stress Management
      2. Techniques to Deal with Stress
      3. Effective Job-Stress Management Habits Checklist
      4. Working with Radiologists
      5. References
2. Human Resource Management
   1. Recruiting, Interviewing, and Hiring
      1. Job Description
      2. Recruiting
      3. Interviewing
      4. Hiring
      5. Reference
   2. Orientation, Coaching and Counseling—Legal Aspects
      1. Coaching and Counseling
      2. Legal Aspects
      3. Evaluation, Appraisal, Retention, and Dismissal
      4. Evaluation and Appraisal
      5. Retention
      6. Dismissal
3. Operations Management
   1. Department Planning: Layout and Design
      1. Infrastructure
      2. HIPAA Compliance
      3. Supplies
      4. Other Architectural Considerations
      5. Exam Room Determination
      6. Workflow
   2. Staffing
      1. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists 12 Post-Primary Qualifications
      2. What Can Impact Staffing
      3. Ensuring Adequate Staff Coverage
      4. External Factors Affecting Staffing
   3. Policies and Procedures
      1. Reference
      2. Conducting Meetings and Facilitating
   4. Conducting Meetings
      1. Facilitating
   5. PACS/RIS Workflow
      1. The Pre-Install Phase
   6. Quality
      1. Six Sigma
      2. Lean
      3. Deming’s 14 Points
      4. Surveys
      5. Statistical Tools
      6. Medical Industry Regulations
      7. Other Legal Considerations
      8. Technical Quality
      9. Collection and Analysis of Quality Control Data
   7. Business Planning Basics
      1. Background
      2. Marketing
      3. Finance
      4. Goal Formation
      5. Implementation and Assessment
      6. Financial Analysis
      7. Strategic Planning
   8. Financial Management
      1. Code Definitions
      2. Financial Definitions
      3. Financial Statements
      4. Financial Ratios
      5. Budgeting
      6. Important Considerations
      7. Operating Budget
      8. Staffing Budget
      9. Variance Analysis
      10. Return on Investment
   9. Capital Equipment
      1. Considerations
      2. Capital Acquisition and Planning Team
      3. Budgeting for Capital Acquisition
      4. Vendor Relationships
      5. Request for Proposal
      6. Acceptance/Performance Testing
      7. Service Contracts and Options
4. Marketing
   1. Marketing
      1. Mega Issues
      2. Trends
      3. Basic Tenets of Marketing
      4. Components

Review

“This is a great beginner’s guide for new leaders in imaging departments. This, combined with a strong orientation program and a mentor, would help a new leader learn the ropes of management and have a basic knowledge and understanding of the role and responsibilities of the position. Weighted numerical score: 78 – 3 stars.” – Jamie Beaudry, B.S. R.T.R., Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, from Doody’s Book Reviews

Author Biography

Bernard Rubenzer