Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta

Neurophysiology Program Manager

Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of technical neurophysiology experience
  • 2+ years in management or administrative roles within healthcare
  • Bachelor's in Nursing, Allied Health, or equivalent
  • Credentials in neurodiagnostic services (e.g., R.EP.T., CLTM)
  • Registered by the American Board of Electro-neurodiagnostic Technologists (ABRET)

Responsibilities

  • Manage operational aspects across multiple locations including fiscal responsibility and performance metrics
  • Ensure technicians are trained for proficiency in neurophysiology procedures
  • Establish an operational plan for integrated neurophysiology service delivery
  • Monitor access to neurophysiology services for timely diagnostics
  • Collaborate with medical staff to assure high-quality and cost-effective care
  • Partner with outpatient and physician practices to address operational opportunities
  • Oversee vendor performance and manage service level agreements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Retirement plan options
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee assistance programs
Full Job Description
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Work Shift
Day

Work Day(s)
Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time
8:00 AM

Shift End Time

5:00 PM

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Job Description

Provides oversight of staff and day-to-day operations for the neurophysiology department. Supports and ensures high quality, comprehensive patient care services are provided. Partners with all physicians, inpatient unit/department leaders, outpatient clinic managers, and physician practice management team to ensure efficient throughput, high patient satisfaction and seamless day-to-day operations.

Experience
  • At least 5 years technical neurophysiology
  • At least 2 years of experience in a management or administrative role in a progressive healthcare setting


Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in business administration, health administration, or related field or experience equivalent
  • 2 to 5 years of experience in service-related areas focusing on EEG quality improvement and service excellence


Education
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Allied Health, OR Equivalent combination of education and experience which should include: Graduated from a CAAHEP accredited neurodiagnostic program and one of the following additional credentials in neurodiagnostics services plus 5 years of experience in neurophysiology (or willingness to obtain within 1 year). These credentials which can include, but are not limited to:
  • R.EP.T.
  • CLTM
  • IONM
  • EMG
  • EP
  • CNIM
  • R.NCS.T.
  • DABNM


Certification Summary
  • Registered by the American Board of Electro-neurodiagnostic Technologists (ABRET)


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage departmental staff
  • Must be able to demonstrate and teach knowledge of all neurophysiology procedures
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, IT specialists for EEGs, and employees
  • Must be able to demonstrate patient-centered/valued behaviors
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budget and other financial skills
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in facilitating and leading cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong and effective teams with physicians, nurses, both within and outside of the neurophysiology department
  • Management of all human resources functions
  • Proven track record of successfully managing a department/specialty service
  • Well-developed organizational, communication, interpersonal, collaborative problem-solving ,and conflict resolution skills
  • Able to partner with physicians in both private and academic settings
  • Business acumen and contract negotiation
  • Working knowledge of computers, word processors, spreadsheets, EEG software
  • Personal adaptability and motivation


Job Responsibilities
  • Manages all operational aspects across multiple locations, including fiscal responsibility, performance metrics (e.g., staff retention, patient satisfaction), quality, performance improvement, IT specialists for EEG, and staff development (including IT specialists for EEG)
  • Ensure neurophysiology technicians are trained and/or maintain required level of proficiency for set up, monitoring, etc.
  • Establishes an operational plan for system integration and seamless care delivery for neurophysiology services.
  • Monitors and manages access to neurophysiology services to ensure appropriate and timely access to diagnostic testing and other assessments.
  • Manages the utilization of resources for effective and efficient services.
  • Collaborates with medical staff and all levels of hospital personnel to assure high-quality, efficient, cost-effective care.
  • Partners proactively with leadership teams of outpatient and physician practices for operational issues/opportunities that impact hospital-based neurosciences efforts and programs.
  • Ensures accuracy of charges and documentation for all services provided by employed and/or contracted neurophysiology staff.
  • Manage contracted vendor performance, including service level agreements, etc.
  • Supports assigned physician program Medical Directors in identifying and implementing performance improvement initiatives, program presentations, and scorecards.
  • Assists service line and physician leaders with building, gaining approval for, and effectively implementing business plans.
  • Facilitates new technology work group.
  • Coordinates inpatient and outpatient facility planning and design efforts.
  • Implements grants as identified for Epilepsy Center in conjunction with service line leader and Chief, Neurosciences.
  • Serves as operational representative for select program planning for both existing and new program development and implements additions/changes (in partnership with Chief, Neurosciences, and service line leader).
  • Supports Physician Leaders and Medical Directors in the service line to develop neurophysiology pathways that improve quality of care and medical outcomes.
  • Facilitates dissemination of quality results through scorecards and web tools.
  • Responsible for all aspects of managing and leading a team including: interviewing, hiring, training, developing, directing work and processes, managing performance, recognizing, and rewarding employees.
  • Mentor team members to encourage personal and professional growth.
  • Maximizes workflow and IT efficiency from ordering through reporting and monitors timely dissemination of results to ordering providers.
  • Encourage ongoing skill development by providing opportunities for continued education.


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Primary Location Address

1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family

Radiology

About Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) is a pediatric healthcare system that provides a range of services to children and families in the Atlanta area. The system includes three hospitals, 27 neighborhood locations, and a network of more than 600 pediatric physicians. CHOA is committed to providing high-quality, family-centered care to its patients, and is recognized as one of the top pediatric hospitals in the country. The system's services include primary care, specialty care, emergency care, and more. CHOA is also involved in research and education, and is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children everywhere.
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Size
13,000 employees
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Founded
1997

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