Inpatient Imaging Manager

RadNet; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical coverage

401(k) Employer Match

Free imaging services for family

Job summary

RadNet is seeking an Inpatient Imaging Manager to oversee MRI operations. You will lead a team in delivering exceptional patient care while enhancing operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has extensive MRI experience and a focus on customer service. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, wellness dollars, and a supportive work environment. Join us to improve patient experiences and outcomes!

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of MRI experience required.
• Minimum three years of leadership experience in an acute care hospital preferred.
• Valid ARRT (MR) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day MRI operations and staffing.
• Provide leadership and performance management for MRI staff.
• Develop staffing models and ensure adequate coverage for imaging needs.
• Oversee MRI safety and compliance with regulations.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and operational efficiency projects.
• Collaborate with clinical stakeholders to optimize imaging protocols.
• Manage departmental compliance and accreditation activities.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Job description

Overview

Artificial Intelligence; Advanced Technology; The very best in patient care. With decades of expertise, we are Leading Radiology Forward. With dynamic cross-training and advancement opportunities in a team-focused environment, the core of our success is its people with the commitment to a better healthcare experience. When you join us as an Inpatient Imaging Manager, you will be joining a dedicated team of professionals who deliver quality, value, and access in the 21st century and align all stakeholders— patients, providers, payors, and regulators—to achieve the best clinical outcomes.

You Will

• Direct day-to-day MRI operations across multiple sites, including staffing, scheduling, workflow management, and resource allocation.
• Provide leadership, supervision, coaching, scheduling, performance management, and professional development for MRI Technologists, Tech Assistants, and other assigned imaging support staff.
• Develop staffing models that ensure appropriate technologist and Tech Assistant coverage to support inpatient, emergency department, trauma, surgical, ICU, and after-hours imaging needs.
• Develop, implement, and maintain MRI safety policies and procedures in accordance with ACR guidance, manufacturer recommendations, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) and oversee implant/device clearance processes, MRI safety consultations, and staff education.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, process redesign, and operational efficiency projects to enhance patient access, throughput, and satisfaction.
• Ensure Tech Assistants are effectively utilized to improve patient throughput, patient transport coordination, room preparation, equipment readiness, infection prevention practices, and overall workflow efficiency.
• Coordinate installation, testing, optimization, and ongoing support of MRI hardware, software, PACS, RIS, and AI applications.
• Collaborate with radiologists and clinical stakeholders to develop, standardize, and optimize imaging protocols and emerging service lines, including functional MRI, PET/CT, and advanced imaging applications.
• Collaborate daily with hospital staff to prioritize patient care and coordinate imaging services in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Manage departmental compliance activities, accreditation requirements, infection prevention practices, and readiness for regulatory surveys.
• Analyze productivity, utilization, and financial performance metrics to support budgeting, staffing models, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead hospital-based huddles and proactively address workflow barriers impacting patient access, turnaround times, and quality outcomes.
• Promote a culture of teamwork between MRI Technologists and Tech Assistants by clearly defining responsibilities, encouraging collaboration, and maintaining accountability for patient safety and service excellence.
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate MRI Technologists, Tech Assistants, students, and support staff through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and ongoing professional development while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous learning.
• Act as a liaison between outpatient imaging centers, hospital partners, referring providers, and external vendors to facilitate communication, issue resolution, and successful implementation of organizational initiatives.
• Ensure imaging operations support hospital throughput initiatives, patient flow objectives, emergency response requirements, and multidisciplinary care coordination.
• Partner with hospital leadership to improve patient experience, reduce imaging delays, and achieve operational performance metrics.
• Participate in hospital committees related to patient safety, quality improvement, MRI safety, infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance.
• Support Joint Commission, CMS, ACR, and hospital accreditation activities through ongoing readiness, policy compliance, and corrective action planning.

You Are

• Genuinely passionate about customer service and exercise sound judgement and an ability to remain professional in all situations.
• Able to demonstrate high level of attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and have the ability to multitask.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a knack for prioritizing work with a structured approach, and enjoy providing world class customer service.

Requirements

Education

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Radiologic Sciences, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Must hold a valid and in good standing ARRT (MR) certification.

Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of MRI experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of leadership experience supporting or managing technologists and support staff in an acute care hospital or health system preferred.

Preferred

• Experience leading multidisciplinary imaging teams within a hospital environment.
• Experience with hospital throughput initiatives and patient flow management.
• Experience with Joint Commission, CMS, and ACR accreditation.

We Offer

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverages.
• Health Savings Accounts with employer funding.
• Wellness dollars.
• 401(k) Employer Match.
• Free services at any of our imaging centers for you and your immediate family.

Pay Range: $130,000.00-$140,000.00/Per Year