MRI Facility Manager

Alliance MRI; Woodland Park (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance MRI in Woodland Park, NJ seeks an Imaging Facility Manager to lead an independent outpatient imaging center. You will oversee MRI, X-ray, and DEXA operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality, safety, and patient experience.

The role requires strong clinical leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to manage staff, schedules, and vendor relationships while maintaining accreditation readiness and high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited radiologic technology program.
• ARRT certification in Radiography (R) required.
• ARRT certification in MRI (MR) required.
• Active New Jersey state licensure.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Documented competency in IV contrast administration and MRI safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for MRI, diagnostic X-ray, and bone densitometry (DEXA) services.
• Ensure imaging protocols align with radiologist requirements and accreditation standards.
• Maintain MRI safety programs, including Zone management and staff competency.
• Lead clinical escalation for image quality concerns and protocol deviations.
• Ensure safe IV contrast administration and emergency readiness.
• Oversee QA, control, and preventive maintenance for imaging equipment.
• Manage daily operations and patient flow.
• Develop policies and workflows to support efficiency and compliance.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and labor cost control.
• Monitor turnaround times and service efficiency.
• Coordinate with vendors for equipment servicing and IT needs.
• Lead technologists and staff, promote accountability and professional development.
• Ensure staff licensure and continuing education.
• Act as an engaged leader to set expectations and morale.
• Ensure NJ regulations, HIPAA, OSHA, and radiation safety compliance.
• Lead accreditation activities (ACR, Joint Commission).
• Manage budgets, analyze metrics, and improve payer performance.
• Oversee supply management and vendor relationships.
• Ensure outstanding patient experience and physician relationships.

Skills

MRI operations

X-ray operations

DEXA bone densitometry

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Budget & finance

Quality improvement

Communication with physicians

Education

Accredited radiologic technology program

ARRT MRI certification

ARRT Radiography certification

New Jersey state licensure

BLS/CPR certification

Bone densitometry certification (ISCD CBDT or ARRT)

Tools

PACS/RIS

EMR systems

Job description

MRI Facility Manager

Department: Medical

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Woodland Park

Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 / year

Description

Imaging Facility Manager (Multi-Modality Outpatient Imaging)

Location: Woodland Park, NJ

Department: Diagnostic Imaging

Reports To: Executive Leadership / Ownership

Position Summary

The Imaging Facility Manager is a senior, hands-on operational leader responsible for the overall management, performance, compliance, and growth of an independent outpatient diagnostic imaging center.

This role requires a highly experienced imaging professional with deep knowledge of MRI, diagnostic X-ray, and bone densitometry (DEXA) operations, combined with proven management, regulatory, and business acumen.

The Manager is fully accountable for clinical quality, staff leadership, regulatory compliance, patient experience, physician relationships, financial performance, and day-to-day operations. This position functions with a high level of autonomy and is expected to independently manage the imaging facility, proactively identify issues, implement solutions, and continuously elevate operational standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical & Technical Oversight

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for MRI, diagnostic X-ray, and bone densitometry (DEXA) services to ensure high-quality, diagnostically accurate imaging.
• Ensure all imaging protocols align with radiologist requirements, industry best practices, and accreditation standards
• Maintain oversight of MRI safety programs, including Zone management, implant/device screening processes, emergency preparedness, and staff competency.
• Serve as the clinical escalation point for image quality concerns, protocol deviations, and technical challenges.
• Ensure safe and compliant IV contrast administration practices, including staff competency validation and emergency response readiness
• Oversee quality assurance, control, and preventative maintenance programs for all imaging equipment.

Operational & Facility Management

• Manage daily operations and ensure efficient patient flow.
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies, procedures, and workflows that support efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing models, and coverage planning to meet operational demands while controlling labor costs.
• Monitor and improve turnaround times, patient throughput, and service efficiency.
• Ensure accurate and compliant use of PACS, RIS, and electronic medical records, including workflow optimization and documentation standards.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for equipment servicing, IT systems, and facility needs.

Leadership & Staff Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage technologists and support staff, fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, train, and retain employees.
• Conduct performance evaluations, competency assessments, corrective actions, and professional development planning.
• Ensure all staff maintain required licensure, certifications, and continuing education.
• Act as a visible, engaged leader who sets expectations, resolves conflicts, and maintains morale.

Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation

• Ensure compliance with NJ regulations, HIPAA, OSHA, and radiation safety standards.
• Lead and manage all aspects of ACR, The Joint Commission, or other applicable accreditation processes, including audits, inspections, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure ongoing readiness for unannounced inspections and regulatory reviews.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation related to safety programs, quality initiatives, and compliance activities

Financial & Business Responsibility

• Manage budgets and monitor expenses.
• Analyze operational metrics and trends.
• Partner with leadership to improve payer performance, operational efficiency, and service line profitability.
• Oversee supply management, inventory control, and vendor relationships to control costs without compromising quality

Patient Experience & Physician Relations

• Ensure delivery of an exceptional patient experience, with emphasis on safety, comfort, communication, and service excellence
• Address and resolve patient concerns or complaints promptly and professionally
• Serve as a key liaison to referring physicians and radiologists, ensuring clinical expectations are met and relationships are strengthened
• Support business development efforts by maintaining strong clinical and service standards that differentiate the facility

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited radiologic technology program
• ARRT certification in Radiography (R) required
• ARRT certification in MRI (MR) required
• Active New Jersey state licensure
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Documented competency in IV contrast administration and MRI safety
• Advanced experience in outpatient diagnostic imaging operations, including MRI, X-ray, and DEXA services.
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience in an imaging or healthcare environment
• Strong knowledge of regulatory, accreditation, and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to operate independently, make sound decisions, and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bone densitometry certification (ISCD CBDT or ARRT equivalent)
• Experience managing an independent or freestanding outpatient imaging center
• Experience leading accreditation surveys and regulatory inspections
• Strong business, financial and operational analysis skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to be physically present in clinical and operational areas
• Ability to assist with patient needs as required.
• Flexibility to meet operational demands, including occasional extended hours

Background Check Requirement: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information as permitted by law

Summary of Responsibilities

Clinical & Technical Oversight

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for MRI, diagnostic X-ray, and bone densitometry (DEXA) services to ensure high-quality, diagnostically accurate imaging.
• Ensure all imaging protocols align with radiologist requirements, industry best practices, and accreditation standards
• Maintain oversight of MRI safety programs, including Zone management, implant/device screening processes, emergency preparedness, and staff competency.
• Serve as the clinical escalation point for image quality concerns, protocol deviations, and technical challenges.
• Ensure safe and compliant IV contrast administration practices, including staff competency validation and emergency response readiness
• Oversee quality assurance, control, and preventative maintenance programs for all imaging equipment.

Operational & Facility Management

• Manage daily operations and ensure efficient patient flow.
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies, procedures, and workflows that support efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing models, and coverage planning to meet operational demands while controlling labor costs.
• Monitor and improve turnaround times, patient throughput, and service efficiency.
• Ensure accurate and compliant use of PACS, RIS, and electronic medical records, including workflow optimization and documentation standards.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for equipment servicing, IT systems, and facility needs.

Leadership & Staff Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage technologists and support staff, fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, train, and retain employees.
• Conduct performance evaluations, competency assessments, corrective actions, and professional development planning.
• Ensure all staff maintain required licensure, certifications, and continuing education.
• Act as a visible, engaged leader who sets expectations, resolves conflicts, and maintains morale.

Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation

• Ensure compliance with NJ regulations, HIPAA, OSHA, and radiation safety standards.
• Lead and manage all aspects of ACR, The Joint Commission, or other applicable accreditation processes, including audits, inspections, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure ongoing readiness for unannounced inspections and regulatory reviews.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation related to safety programs, quality initiatives, and compliance activities

Financial & Business Responsibility

• Manage budgets and monitor expenses.
• Analyze operational metrics and trends.
• Partner with leadership to improve payer performance, operational efficiency, and service line profitability.
• Oversee supply management, inventory control, and vendor relationships to control costs without compromising quality

Patient Experience & Physician Relations

• Ensure delivery of an exceptional patient experience, with emphasis on safety, comfort, communication, and service excellence
• Address and resolve patient concerns or complaints promptly and professionally
• Serve as a key liaison to referring physicians and radiologists, ensuring clinical expectations are met and relationships are strengthened
• Support business development efforts by maintaining strong clinical and service standards that differentiate the facility

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited radiologic technology program
• ARRT certification in Radiography (R) required
• ARRT certification in MRI (MR) required
• Active New Jersey state licensure
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Documented competency in IV contrast administration and MRI safety
• Advanced experience in outpatient diagnostic imaging operations, including MRI, X-ray, and DEXA services.
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience in an imaging or healthcare environment
• Strong knowledge of regulatory, accreditation, and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to operate independently, make sound decisions, and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bone densitometry certification (ISCD CBDT or ARRT equivalent)
• Experience managing an independent or freestanding outpatient imaging center
• Experience leading accreditation surveys and regulatory inspections
• Strong business, financial and operational analysis skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to be physically present in clinical and operational areas
• Ability to assist with patient needs as required.
• Flexibility to meet operational demands, including occasional extended hours

Background Check Requirement: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information as permitted by law