Technical Project Manager Imaging Systems

ZipRecruiter; Alpharetta (GA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare technology organization is seeking a highly skilled Technical Project Manager to oversee outpatient imaging initiatives remotely. The ideal candidate will drive the integration of imaging technologies, ensuring alignment with healthcare operations and compliance with regulatory standards. Experience with RIS, PACS, and healthcare IT is essential, along with a strong background in project management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in healthcare IT, with 3–5 years as a Technical Project Manager.
• Strong hands-on technical background in RIS, PACS, dictation/voice recognition, and imaging workflow systems.
• Deep understanding of outpatient imaging operations, including scheduling, order entry, workflow, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle for imaging-related initiatives.
• Oversee implementation and integration of PACS and imaging workflow solutions.
• Drive optimization of imaging order workflows and scheduling.

Skills

Healthcare IT experience

Technical project management

Vendor management

Strong communication skills

Education

Project Management certification (PMP, CSM, or equivalent)

Tools

RIS

PACS

DICOM

HL7

AbbaDox

Merge PACS

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Technical Project Manager – Outpatient Imaging
6 Month Contract, Remote

Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Project Manager with strong experience in imaging systems, RIS (Radiology Information Systems), and dictation solutions to lead the successful delivery of outpatient imaging initiatives. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, project leadership, and healthcare domain knowledge to ensure seamless integration, implementation, and optimization of imaging technologies within a clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Delivery

  • Manage full project lifecycle for imaging-related initiatives, from planning through execution and post-implementation support.

  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.

  • Coordinate resources across IT, radiology, outpatient clinics, and vendor partners to achieve milestones.

  • Facilitate project governance, reporting, and communication with stakeholders.

• Technical Expertise & System Integration

  • Oversee implementation and integration of PACS, dictation/voice recognition, and imaging workflow solutions.

  • Collaborate with technical teams on HL7/DICOM interfaces, system architecture, and data flows.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues impacting imaging workflows.

  • Ensure imaging systems are compliant with security, privacy, and regulatory standards (HIPAA, Joint Commission, etc.).

• Clinical & Operational Support

  • Partner with radiology and outpatient imaging leadership to understand and translate workflow requirements into system design/build.

  • Drive optimization of imaging order workflows, scheduling, results distribution, and reporting.

  • Provide subject matter expertise on outpatient imaging operations and best practices.

• Vendor & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as primary liaison with imaging system vendors for system upgrades, contracts, and escalations.

  • Facilitate cross-functional communication between clinicians, IT teams, and administrative staff.

  • Negotiate scope, deliverables, and timelines with stakeholders and external partners.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in healthcare IT, with 3–5 years as a Technical Project Manager.

• Strong hands-on technical background in RIS, PACS, dictation/voice recognition, and imaging workflow systems.

• Deep understanding of outpatient imaging operations, including scheduling, order entry, workflow, and reporting.

• Experience with HL7, DICOM, and interface engines.

• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-site healthcare projects with competing priorities.

• Strong vendor management, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Project Management certification (PMP, CSM, or equivalent) .

• AbbaDox, Merge PACS and other EHR integration experience highly desirable.