Radiology Quality Control Manager

Oiarad; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Oiarad in Chevy Chase, Maryland, seeks a Quality Control Manager to oversee Quality, Compliance, and Patient Safety initiatives in outpatient imaging centers. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of clinical leadership in radiology or nursing and familiarity with regulatory compliance.

The candidate will execute quality improvement plans and manage cross-functional processes. Certification with ARRT, an Associates Degree in Radiology, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' clinical leadership in radiology or nursing.
• Direct experience in quality improvement and process improvement.
• Must hold certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Oversee Quality, Compliance, and Patient Safety initiatives.
• Manage Radiology Department compliance with regulations.
• Provide planning and decision-making support for operational requirements.

Skills

Radiographic equipment operation

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking ability

Project implementation

Process analysis

Education

Associates Degree in Radiology or equivalent

Job description

Under the direction of the Administrator, the Quality Control Manager oversees and implements Quality, Compliance, and Patient Safety initiatives across our outpatient imaging centers in the greater D.C./Maryland area.

Responsibilities

• Provides planning and decision-making measures that support the operational/functional requirements of each program/area and assure their integration into the overall Radiology and organizational initiatives. “Provides planning and decision-making support to meet operational requirements and ensure integration with radiology and organizational initiatives.”
• Oversees Radiology Department compliance with Maryland, Washington DC, FDA, MQSA, and ACR.
• Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice, training, and SOPs.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' clinical leadership in radiology or nursing.
• Direct experience in quality improvement, planning, and process improvement.

Education

• Must have a minimum Associates Degree in Radiology or be a graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program.

License and Certification

Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography and maintain current valid registration from ARRT. Must also hold an advanced level certification in primary specialty area through ARRT or obtain it within the first 12 months of employment. Additionally, must meet state licensure requirements. BLS certification required within 60 days of hire.

Skills and Abilities

• Skill in operation of radiographic equipment as well as applicable ancillary equipment.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill.
• Works effectively within a "partnership" model with program leaders and staff.
• Ability to develop and implement projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to create innovative organizational pathways that support and achieve both functional and innovation goals.
• Serves as a "matrix manager" overseeing cross-functional performance of a process.
• Demonstrates expert process analysis skills around clinical process improvement/redesign initiatives.
• Flexible thinker, with an ability to quickly adapt to a changing environment.
• Demonstrates creativity, foresight and mature judgment in managing process workload.
• Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
• Demonstrates understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology.
• Familiarity with drafting, reviewing, and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance and clarity.

Equal Opportunity Employer.