Mgr, Radiology Quality and Safety

UVA Health; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health in Manassas, VA, is seeking a Radiology Quality & Safety Manager to provide system-level leadership for quality management, patient safety, regulatory readiness, and accreditation compliance across UVA Community Health imaging services.

The role oversees accreditation activities, develops standardized quality programs, and collaborates with radiology leadership, medical staff, and system quality teams to align imaging operations with standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• 4 Year/Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Technology/Medical Imaging required.
• Graduate Degree in Healthcare or quality related discipline preferred.
• ARRT, ARDMS, ARMRIT, or NMTCB certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead system-wide radiology quality and safety programs across imaging modalities and sites.
• Oversee accreditation readiness and regulatory compliance, including surveys and site visits.
• Develop standardized radiology policies, procedures, and workflows across the enterprise.
• Educate imaging leaders and staff on quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and patient-centered care.

Skills

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Change management

Radiology workflows

Education

Bachelor in Radiologic Technology/Medical Imaging

Graduate degree in Healthcare quality

Tools

ACR accreditation knowledge

Job description

UVACHRadiologyQuality& Safety Manager
Job Code: MG3700
ABOUT US
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent andexpertiseof our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.
As a UVA Community Health team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medicaltechnologiesand fela strong senseof satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE
Classification:Exempt
Supervises Positions:As needed

JOB SUMMARY

TheRadiology Quality & Safety Managerprovides system-level leadership for radiologyand medical imagingquality management, patient safety, regulatory readiness, and accreditation compliance across UVACommunityHealth imaging services. This roleis responsible forthe design, implementation, and sustainment of standardized quality and safety programs across all imaging modalities and sites.

The Manageroversees accreditation and regulatory activities, ensures continuous readiness for internal and external reviews,as well asperformance measurement, risk mitigation, and corrective action planning. This role partners closely with radiology leadership, medical directors, physicists, and system quality teams to align imaging operations with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and best practices.

TheUVACHRadiologyQuality & SafetyManagerfunctions as a key member of the radiology leadership team and supports strategic planning, performance improvement, and culture of safety initiatives across the enterprise. Reports to the Directorof Radiology Services.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Quality & Safety Leadership

• Lead and standardize radiology quality management and patient safety programs across all imaging modalities and locations.
• Develop, monitor, and report imaging quality metrics, dashboards, and performance indicators.
• Lead root cause analysesandrisk assessmentsrelated to imaging safety and quality events.
• Support radiation safetyand doseoptimization initiatives in collaboration with medical physicists and physician leadership.

Accreditation & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and accreditation standards, including ACR, Joint Commission, MQSA, and state and federal requirements.
• Lead preparation for surveys, audits, and site visits;maintaincontinuous readiness across the system.
• Oversee modality accreditation processes, documentation, and corrective actions.
• Interpret regulatory changes and translate requirements into operational practice.

Standardization & Performance Improvement

• Develop andmaintainstandardized radiology policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Integrate lean and performance improvement methodologies into imaging operations.
• Identifyopportunities for process improvement, operational efficiency, and risk reduction.
• Lead system-wide quality initiatives and ensuretimelyexecution of improvement plans.

Education & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Provide education and guidance to imaging leaders and staff on quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to radiology leadership, medical staff, and system partners.
• Foster strong working relationships across radiology, nursing, medical staff, and quality teams.
• Participate in radiology strategic planning and goal development.
• Support departmental performance management, resource planning, and capital initiatives related to quality and safety.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and patient-centered care.

The incumbent may be asked to performadditionalduties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• 4 Year/Bachelor’s Degreefrom an accredited college or university inRadiologic Technology/Medical Imagingrequired.
• Graduate Degree in Healthcare or quality related discipline preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in radiology or imaging servicesrequired.
• Previousexperience in Radiology Quality support and initiativesrequired.
• Refer to the Life Support Training Policy foradditionaldetails.

Licensure:

• ARRT, ARDMS, ARMRIT, or NMTCBcertificationrequired.
• Multi-modality certificationpreferred.

Additional Skills Required:

• Expert knowledge of radiology accreditation and regulatory standards (ACR, The Joint Commission, MQSA).
• Strong understanding of imaging workflows, radiation safety principles, and quality performance measurement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead system-level quality and safety initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, andchangemanagement skills.
• Ability tooperateeffectively in a matrixedenvironment.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow, Green or Black Belt.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physical Demand Code:3A, Administration
• Work Function/Activity:Sedentary to Light Physical Demand

The job requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficientcommunicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability tolife/push/pull up to 20 lbs. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the discretion of UVA Community Health.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: No
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

The base compensation range for this role is $41.59 - $76.43 hourly.

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

Job Info

• Job Identification 6903
• Locations 8650 Sudley Rd, Manassas, VA, 20110, US
• Business Unit UVA Health Prince William Medical Center