GENERAL SUMMARYThe Advanced Imaging Center Manager is a working manager responsible for the clinical, operational, regulatory, financial, and personnel oversight of Nuclear Medicine, PET, CT, and assigned advanced imaging services within the practice. In addition to performing Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging procedures, this position oversees daily department operations, staffing, workflow, quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, patient safety, and patient experience activities to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery.
The Advanced Imaging Center Manager collaborates with physicians, physicists, nurses, technologists, operational leadership, and administrative teams to optimize patient outcomes, support service line growth, maintain accreditation standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role supports the successful delivery of advanced imaging services while ensuring compliance with all organizational, regulatory, and safety requirements.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES The responsibilities and duties described in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties may vary depending on the specific needs of the affiliate or location you are working at and/or state requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Oversee daily operations, workflow, scheduling, staffing, and patient throughput for Nuclear Medicine, PET, CT, and assigned advanced imaging services.
- Develop, implement, and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and best practices to support operational consistency and quality outcomes.
- Monitor and enhance patient access, patient experience, safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with physicians, physicists, nursing staff, and operational leadership to support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
- Supervise, coach, train, and evaluate staff, including participation in recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and professional development activities.
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing work environment that promotes employee engagement and continuous learning.
- Support strategic planning, service line growth initiatives, program development, and implementation of new technologies and imaging services.
- Develop and monitor departmental budgets, staffing plans, equipment utilization, supply expenses, productivity metrics, and cost containment initiatives.
- Monitor operational and financial performance indicators and implement improvement strategies as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies related to imaging services, radiation safety, and patient care.
- Collaborate with Radiation Safety Officers, Medical Physicists, physicians, and vendors to maintain regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives, performance monitoring, safety programs, and accreditation preparedness activities.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, administration, transportation, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals and other regulated materials in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Maintain ongoing readiness for inspections, surveys, audits, and accreditation reviews.
- Perform Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging procedures in accordance with department protocols and professional standards.
- Prepare, measure, and administer radiopharmaceuticals and ensure accurate documentation related to administration and patient care.
- Operate imaging equipment and oversee equipment maintenance, quality control testing, and calibration activities.
- Prepare images and supporting documentation for physician interpretation in accordance with departmental standards.
- Utilize appropriate radiation safety, shielding, and patient protection practices for patients, visitors, and staff.
- Document patient information accurately and maintain records in accordance with departmental, regulatory, and organizational requirements
- Provide patients with procedural explanations, discharge instructions, and information regarding testing and results.
- Meet the physical, emotional, and communication needs of patients while maintaining privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and exceptional customer service.
- Assist patients, family members, physicians, visitors, and employees in a professional and cooperative manner.
- Perform other position-related duties as assigned.
- Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Code of Conduct and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS - ARRT, NMTCB, CNMT, or other applicable imaging certification required.
- State licensure as required by law.
- PET certification or documented PET imaging experience preferred.
- BLS certification required.
- Leadership or healthcare management certification preferred..
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES - Thorough knowledge of Nuclear Medicine, PET, CT, and imaging department operations.
- Strong understanding of radiation safety standards, radiopharmaceutical management, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong leadership, coaching, team development, and employee engagement skills.
- Knowledge of healthcare operations, imaging workflows, scheduling, and patient throughput management.
- Strong operational and financial management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, departments, and projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and accreditation standards.
- Proficiency with EMR systems, imaging software, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Delivers exceptional patient service throughout all interactions
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: - Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiologic Technology, or related field required.
- Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Radiologic Sciences, or related field preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Nuclear Medicine, PET, Diagnostic Imaging, or related imaging services required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of leadership, supervisory, lead technologist, charge technologist, or management experience preferred.
- Experience supporting multi-modality imaging operations preferred.
- Experience with departmental budgeting, staffing, operational performance, and regulatory compliance preferred.
REQUIRED TRAVEL:
- Occasional travel between clinical locations, meetings, training activities, and company events as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Carrying Weight
Frequency
1-25 lbs.
Frequent from 34% to 66%
26-50 lbs.
Occasionally from 2% to 33%
Pushing/Pulling
Frequency
1-25 lbs.
Seldom, up to 2%
100 + lbs.
Seldom, up to 2%
Lifting - Height, Weight
Frequency
Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs.
Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs.
Seldom: up to 2%
Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs.
Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs.
Seldom: up to 2%
EMPLOYEE STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential job functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Employees will be responsible for maintaining the job specific core competencies in the essential job functions and the related competency checklists, where applicable, defining department specific needs.
I have read and understand the job description for my position. I am able to perform all of the essential functions of this position.
I understand that I am responsible for other duties as assigned.
I understand that my job description does not create a contract of employment or alter the at-will nature of my employment.
I agree to comply with the corporate compliance policy and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct relating to my position. As an employee, I understand my duty to report any suspected violation of the law, or the standards of conduct, to my immediate supervisor.
