The Imaging Specialist role supports Diagnostic Imaging Services across the US Oncology Network, with a strong emphasis on radiopharmaceutical, PET and CT operations. This position functions as a subject matter expert on imaging and radiopharmaceutical clinical workflows, departmental best practices, system configuration, and integration.
The Imaging Specialist is responsible for supporting the Director of Imaging through benchmarking, data collection, analysis, and the development of communication tools, with particular focus on imaging modalities that involve radiopharmaceutical use, handling, and compliance. This role works closely with the Radiation & Imaging (R&I) Regional Directors to support and manage imaging and radiopharmaceutical-related projects across their regions.
Key Responsibilities- Assess and analyze clinic imaging and radiopharmaceutical workflows, including nuclear medicine operations, isotope handling, scheduling, regulatory requirements, and staffing models; identify operational inefficiencies and barriers; and develop actionable recommendations to optimize processes, enhance patient access, and improve clinical and financial outcomes across the network
- Serve as a subject matter expert for radiopharmaceutical-related imaging services, including best practices for preparation, administration, safety, documentation, inventory management, and integration with imaging systems and clinical workflows
- Develop, organize, and communicate high-quality content for presentations and reports by synthesizing complex clinical, operational, and radiopharmaceutical-related information; tailor messaging to diverse audiences; and ensure timely dissemination to support strategic decision-making and stakeholder engagement
- Continuously monitor, analyze, and communicate national trends in imaging and radiopharmaceutical services-including technological advancements, regulatory and compliance changes, supply chain considerations, market dynamics, and evolving clinical practices-to inform strategic decision-making, drive innovation, and ensure organizational competitiveness and compliance
- Collaborate closely with R&I Regional Directors to support imaging and radiopharmaceutical initiatives by facilitating communication, coordinating project activities, sharing best practices, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operational standards across practices
- Support data collection and benchmarking related to radiopharmaceutical access, cost management, and operational performance, identifying opportunities for standardization and improvement across the network
Minimum RequirementDegree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.
EducationBachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience
Critical Skills- Minimum of 4 years of experience in imaging clinical operations and workflows, with direct experience in nuclear medicine, radioligand therapy and/or radiopharmaceutical services (e.g., Nuclear Medicine Technologist, PET/CT Technologist, CT Technologist with radiopharmaceutical exposure)
- In-depth knowledge of diagnostic imaging and radiopharmaceutical clinical processes, including safety, regulatory, and quality considerations
- Proficiency in imaging-specific, including scheduling, documentation, and system integration
- Understanding of radiopharmaceutical regulatory requirements, safety standards, and best practices (e.g., handling, storage, administration, compliance)
- Strong ability to balance clinical, operational, financial, and regulatory priorities within imaging and radiopharmaceutical environments
- Advanced skills using Microsoft applications to analyze, manipulate, and present imaging and radiopharmaceutical-related data
- Strong time and project management capabilities, including the ability to manage multi-site imaging and radiopharmaceutical initiatives
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences, including clinicians, technologists, operational leaders, vendors, and physicians
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision in complex, evolving clinical environments
- Demonstrated capacity to manage ambiguity and adapt within highly regulated clinical settings
- Strong relationship-building skills with leaders, staff, and physicians
- Exercises sound clinical, operational, and business judgment
- Demonstrates accountability, results orientation, and attention to detail
Travel- Willingness to travel as needed (approximately 25-50%)
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Our Base Pay Range for this position$92,900 - $154,900
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