Modality Manager, CT

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca, Inc.; Hayts Corner (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health is seeking an Imaging Modality Manager to provide enterprise-wide oversight of imaging modalities across all health system locations, driving safety, standardization, and operational excellence. The role manages day-to-day operations, budgeting, compliance, and capital equipment installations for modalities such as CT, MRI, US, and Mammography.

You will lead cross-functional teams, partner with radiologists and clinicians, ensure ALARA and safety guidelines, and guide policy

Qualifications

• Imaging Certification (CRT, RDMS, AART-Advanced Registries, CNMT, ARMRIT) in modality to be managed.
• Equivalent Experience: 3+ years of administrative experience in a hospital or similar health care setting.
• Minimum of 5 years of technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day modality operations across all locations.
• Direct staffing, budgeting, and capital equipment installations for modalities.
• Ensure compliance with ALARA, ACR MR safety, Joint Commission, CMS and state DOH requirements.
• Collaborate with Radiologists and referring providers to meet complex imaging needs.
• Lead workforce development, onboarding, and cross-training for modality teams.

Skills

Imaging certification

Administrative experience

Technical experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Radiation Science or related field

Master's degree in Health Administration (preferred)

Job description

About Cayuga Health Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility. Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve. Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities. Learn more at www.cayugahealth.org.

Job Description

Centralus Health Mission Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to success and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Imaging Modality Manager provides enterprise-wide oversight to assigned imaging modalities across all health system locations to drive operational excellence, safety, and standardization. This clinical leadership role manages day-to-day operations, human resources, budgeting, legal compliance, and capital equipment installations for specific modalities (e.g., Diagnostic, US, CT, MRI, Nuclear Med/PET, Mammography). Working directly with assistant managers, the manager builds strong provider relationships, implements system policies, and ensures that all procedures follow strict safety guidelines—including ALARA and ACR MR safety principles—while delivering cost-effective, high-quality patient care.

Operational Leadership Enterprise Administration (*)

Manages cross-facility modality operations to ensure standardized clinical practices and consistent service delivery across all health system locations. Maintains complete operational readiness by coordinating specialized staff training, protocol optimization, and equipment workflows across teams.

Workforce Optimization (*)

Directs day-to-day staffing schedules, manages room utilization, and coordinates resources to maximize workflow efficiency and protocol adherence. Acts in the capacity of a technologist as needed.

Financial Management (*)

Assists in developing cost-center budgets and reviews ongoing Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to maintain fiscal health. Monitors operational expenses, supply consumption, and labor productivity targets to support system-wide financial goals. Collaborates with revenue cycle teams on accurate charge capture, coding integrity, billing compliance, and active denials management.

Asset Maintenance (*)

Tracks imaging equipment uptime, schedules proactive preventive maintenance, and coordinates rapid engineering responses to malfunctions. Participates in architectural planning, construction, renovations, and equipment upgrades to ensure safe clinical environments. Evaluates emerging imaging technologies and guides the system-wide integration of evidence-based best practices and protocols.

Customer Service Patient Experience (*)

Optimizes intake and imaging processes to deliver timely services, clear communication, and a positive, patient-centered care experience. Addresses customer service concerns and handles escalated operational issues with an empathetic, problem-solving approach.

Clinical Collaboration (*)

Partners directly with Radiologists, referring providers, and medical staff to fulfill complex imaging needs and resolve clinical workflow challenges.

Quality, Safety, & Compliance Regulatory Alignment (*)

Enforces absolute compliance with ACR, MQSA, Joint Commission, CMS Conditions of Participation, and state DOH requirements relevant to the modality. Manages ongoing modality accreditation efforts and maintains strict, audit-ready status for unexpected regulatory inspections.

Continuous Quality Improvement (*)

Tracks key performance metrics to actively lower repeat/recall rates, contrast-related adverse events, and procedural errors.

Staff Leadership & Development Talent Management (*)

Drives hiring initiatives, administers necessary corrective actions, coordinates continuous clinical education, and leads workforce realignment strategies. Leads the practical, hands-on clinical orientation for new hires and cross-training staff, documenting required modality-specific competencies.

Performance Mentorship (*)

Maintains ultimate administrative oversight across all system locations; directly supervises site leaders (Assistant Managers) and holds final approval authority on system-wide compliance, hiring strategies, and disciplinary actions initiated at individual sites.

Important Note: (*) indicates an essential function of the job as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Essential functions are the core duties that are fundamental to the position and must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Success Factors You think strategically and execute effectively—able to see the big picture while driving meaningful, standardized results through everyday imaging operations. You bring clarity to complexity, helping clinical teams stay focused, calm, and aligned even in fast-paced or ambiguous situations. You approach processes and systems with a people-first lens, balancing strict technical imaging efficiency with genuine empathy for staff and patients. You continuously look for ways to improve—streamlining operational workflows, removing barriers to success, and upgrading the experience for employees and customers alike.

Education / Experience Qualifications Required: Imaging Certification (CRT, RDMS, AART-Advanced Registries, CNMT, ARMRIT) in modality to be managed Equivalent Experience: 3+ years of experience in a progressively responsible administrative capacity in a hospital or similar health care setting. Minimum of 5 years of technical experience. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in clinical Radiation Science or closely related field from an accredited program or Master’s Degree in Health Administration or closely related field from an accredited program. Registered as a Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) Seven (7) years of progressively more responsible supervisory/management experience in the area(s) to be managed.

Physical Requirements Ability to move up to 25 pounds occasionally. Must be able to remain at a workstation and move around the workspace as needed to complete job tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to travel in between facilities as needed Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast-paced environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change

Pay Range Disclosure: Standard Rate of : $115,000 - $145,000, annually plus benefits On-Call: Eligible for on-call pay and will receive $120 per two-hour block when called in to perform staff duties

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