Interventional Radiology Supervisor

UVA Community Health•Manassas, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Intervention Radiology (IR) Supervisor provides leadership and oversight to assure smooth and coordinated daily flow of the department. Continuously improves Interventional Radiology core processes and manages resources. The IR Supervisor is responsible for the development of the service line by staying updated on best practices, regulatory requirements, and new technologies. This role serves as a clinical and technical leader with a primary focus on technologist practice, procedural excellence, and operational efficiency. The IR Supervisor coordinates daily operations, ensures high-quality patient care, and promotes a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and alignment with UVACH’s ASPIRE values. They also assist in guiding the professional growth and development of each team member they represent through education, training, mentoring, and guidance in their professional journey. This position scrubs, monitors, and floats for IR procedures and helps provide a remarkable experience to patients, families, team members, and providers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED – Required
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program – Required
Minimum of 3–5 years of Interventional Radiology or Special Procedures experience – Required
Advanced procedural experience in vascular and interventional imaging – Required
Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) – Required
Vascular Interventional (VI) certification – Required
BLS required
ACLS required
Exhibits leadership characteristics to include: listening to gain understanding, keeps promises made, supports the organization in word and deed, supports the staff, communicates effectively and asks for feedback, makes fair decisions based on the needs of all staff, shares knowledge to improve and challenge staff to be their best, treats others with fairness and respect, chooses competent, compatible staff, visualizes the big picture for the department as it relates to the organization, creates a personal connection with staff that fosters mutual respect, has a work ethic which is a model for the staff and motivates staff through encouragement and vision for the department.
Demonstrates expert knowledge of interventional radiology procedures, imaging equipment, sterile technique, and radiation safety (ALARA principles).
Maintains strong operational awareness, problem-solving ability, and commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Sciences, Healthcare Administration, or related field - Preferred
Prior leadership or supervisory experience - Preferred
Strong communication and multitasking skills.
Ability to work in high-stress environments.
Ability to care for all patient populations.
Demonstrates leadership characteristics such as accountability, fairness, mentorship, and vision.
Strong operational awareness, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safety and quality

Responsibilities

Ensures delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care in procedural settings
Supports patient preparation, procedural assistance, and post-procedure workflow
Promotes patient safety, comfort, and positive outcomes
Collaborates with other departments or disciplines to achieve desired quality outcomes
Monitors quality of core processes in the department
Applies the principles of radiation safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance to ensure the safety of all patients
Demonstrates superior interpersonal and communication skills
Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals
Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers
Participates in regular staff meetings
Identifies opportunities to improve processes based on staff and patient feedback
Provides leadership and operational oversight across multiple IR sites, ensuring standardization of workflows, protocols, and best practices
Promotes alignment of clinical and operational goals across all locations within the IR service line
Collaborates with department leader, leaders across all sites, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize resource utilization, staffing models, and patient access across sites
Leads change management initiatives and supports the implementation of strategies and new technologies across all sites
Monitors performance metrics across sites and drives improvements in quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes
Fosters a culture of accountability, engagement, and professional growth across geographically dispersed teams
Ensures consistency in staff training, competency validation, and adherence to organizational standards
Upholds and models UVACH’s ASPIRE values (Accountability, Stewardship, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy), promoting a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and excellence across all sites
Maintains advanced knowledge of interventional radiology procedures, techniques, and equipment
Utilizes Imaging equipment safely and maintains sterile fields
Performs quality control and image evaluation
Ensures adherence to clinical protocols and evidence-based practices
Supports competency in imaging, sterile technique, and procedural workflow
Promotes adoption of new technologies and ongoing staff education