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Measuring and improving productivity in general radiology.

Michelle A Wilt¹, Rafael Miranda, C Daniel Johnson

¹Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, AZ, USA.

Journal of the American College of Radiology : JACR

|October 5, 2010

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Measuring radiographer productivity is possible. Implementing a group-based approach improved and sustained productivity, leading to significant cost savings in radiology departments.

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Area of Science:

Radiology
Healthcare Management
Workforce Productivity

Background:

Measuring and improving productivity in radiology departments is crucial for operational efficiency.
General radiographers perform a variety of common examinations, each with varying time requirements.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish a quantifiable method for measuring productivity among general radiographers.
To implement strategies for improving and sustaining this productivity within a hospital setting.

Main Methods:

Calculated average times for 13 common radiological examinations.
Tracked examination performance, multiplied by allocated time, and divided by shift length to determine productivity.
Shared productivity data with the workgroup for collaborative decision-making on improvements.

Main Results:

Established average examination times ranging from 10 minutes to 1 hour 16 minutes.
Achieved a baseline productivity of 50%, which increased to 57%-63% and was sustained over time.
Estimated annual savings of $174,000 by optimizing staffing through productivity gains.

Conclusions:

Productivity measurement is feasible in general radiology work areas.
Workgroup consensus and shared progress assessment effectively enhanced productivity.
The developed methodology offers potential for standardization and inter-departmental comparison of productivity.