Imaging Manager

Palo Verde Hospital; Blythe (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

457(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Background check & drug screen

Job summary

Palo Verde Hospital in Blythe, California, seeks an experienced Imaging Manager to lead the Radiology Department, including Radiology, CT, and Ultrasound services. The role supervises technologists and staff, ensures patient safety, and drives operational excellence in a busy acute care setting.

The position requires CA CRT certification, ARRT registration, BLS, and five years of radiologic experience with leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• California CRT certificate in diagnostic imaging (X-ray) required at appointment and maintained throughout employment.
• ARRT registration in Radiography required at appointment and maintained throughout employment.
• Current ARRT CT certification preferred.
• Current BLS certification required by American Heart Association.
• Five years of radiologic technologist experience with two years in supervision of technologists/ancillary staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day administrative and operational supervision of Diagnostic Imaging services (Radiology, CT, Ultrasound, other modalities).
• Lead staffing, scheduling, workflow coordination, productivity, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, equipment readiness, and supply management; coordinate procurement and distribution of supplies.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, coaching, and staff development.
• Collaborate with administration to maintain fiscal accountability and departmental efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Coaching

Quality focus

Education

California CRT certificate in diagnostic radiography (X-ray)

ARRT Radiography registration

Job description

Welcome to Palo Verde Healthcare District, which operates under the name Palo Verde Hospital. Our employees are an important part of an organization dedicated to providing safe, effective, and quality medical care services for the benefit of the entire community. The more we work together, the more we can progress as individuals and as an organization and the better we can serve our community.We are seeking an experienced Imaging Manager to join our Radiology Department.Location: Blythe, CaliforniaPosition Type: Full-Time, ExemptThe Imaging Manager is responsible for the day-to-day administrative and operational oversight, supervision, and coordination of assigned Diagnostic Imaging services, including Radiology, Computed Tomography (CT), Ultrasound, and other specialty imaging modalities. The Supervisor provides leadership and direction to technologists, specialists, and ancillary personnel to ensure the delivery of safe, quality patient care.The Manager oversees daily departmental operations, including staffing, scheduling, workflow coordination, productivity, quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, equipment readiness, supply management, and departmental processes. Responsibilities include participating in employee selection, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, coaching, mentoring, and staff development. The Supervisor collaborates with administration to maintain fiscal accountability, optimize departmental productivity, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate the procurement, storage, distribution, and availability of equipment and supplies.The Manager monitors operational needs and ensures timely follow-up on identified issues and corrective actions.RequirementsOPTION IEducation: Successful completion of the education required by the State of California to obtain a valid California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certificate in diagnostic imaging (X-ray).Experience: Five (5) years of experience performing radiologic technologist duties in an acute care facility, two (2) years of which must have included supervision of technologists and ancillary personnel in radiologic imaging and/or therapeutic modalities.OPTION IIEducation: Successful completion of the education required by the State of California to obtain a valid California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certificate in diagnostic Imaging (X-ray).Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a credentialed technologist in diagnostic imaging.Licensure/CertificationCurrent and valid California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certificate in diagnostic radiography (X-ray) is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. This requirement applies to all candidates regardless of the qualifying experience option or additional imaging modality certifications possessed.Current certification and registration in Radiography (R.T.(R)) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.Current ARRT certification in Computed Tomography (CT), preferred.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association is required.Benefits:Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.Other insurance coverage.Retirement 457(b) with 3% employer matching once vested.Paid time off, sick time and holidays.A supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to patient care excellence.Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients! To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in this position.Palo Verde Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.**Candidates whom are offered a position are required to submit to a pre-hire screening including a background check, drug screen, and reference check.