Mgr, Radiology Quality and Safety

UVA Community Health•Manassas, VA

2d•$42 - $76•Hybrid

About The Position

UVA Community Health is seeking a Radiology Quality & Safety Manager to provide system-level leadership for radiology and medical imaging quality management, patient safety, regulatory readiness, and accreditation compliance across UVA Community Health imaging services. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and sustainment of standardized quality and safety programs across all imaging modalities and sites. The Manager oversees accreditation and regulatory activities, ensures continuous readiness for internal and external reviews, as well as performance measurement, risk mitigation, and corrective action planning. This role partners closely with radiology leadership, medical directors, physicists, and system quality teams to align imaging operations with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and best practices. The UVACH Radiology Quality & Safety Manager functions as a key member of the radiology leadership team and supports strategic planning, performance improvement, and culture of safety initiatives across the enterprise. Reports to the Director of Radiology Services.

Requirements

4 Year/Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Radiologic Technology/Medical Imaging required.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in radiology or imaging services required.
Previous experience in Radiology Quality support and initiatives required.
ARRT, ARDMS, ARMRIT, or NMTCB certification required.
Expert knowledge of radiology accreditation and regulatory standards (ACR, The Joint Commission, MQSA).
Strong understanding of imaging workflows, radiation safety principles, and quality performance measurement.
Demonstrated ability to lead system-level quality and safety initiatives.
Strong analytical, communication, and change management skills.
Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed environment.

Nice To Haves

Graduate Degree in Healthcare or quality related discipline preferred.
Multi-modality certification preferred.
Lean Six Sigma Yellow, Green or Black Belt.
Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ).

Responsibilities

Lead and standardize radiology quality management and patient safety programs across all imaging modalities and locations.
Develop, monitor, and report imaging quality metrics, dashboards, and performance indicators.
Lead root cause analyses and risk assessments related to imaging safety and quality events.
Support radiation safety and dose optimization initiatives in collaboration with medical physicists and physician leadership.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and accreditation standards, including ACR, Joint Commission, MQSA, and state and federal requirements.
Lead preparation for surveys, audits, and site visits; maintain continuous readiness across the system.
Oversee modality accreditation processes, documentation, and corrective actions.
Interpret regulatory changes and translate requirements into operational practice.
Develop and maintain standardized radiology policies, procedures, and workflows.
Integrate lean and performance improvement methodologies into imaging operations.
Identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiency, and risk reduction.
Lead system-wide quality initiatives and ensure timely execution of improvement plans.
Provide education and guidance to imaging leaders and staff on quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to radiology leadership, medical staff, and system partners.
Foster strong working relationships across radiology, nursing, medical staff, and quality teams.
Participate in radiology strategic planning and goal development.
Support departmental performance management, resource planning, and capital initiatives related to quality and safety.
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and patient-centered care.