Assistant Manager - Outpatient Imaging [ Permanent Role] - AM 0528 NS#03

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Manager – Outpatient Imaging
Location: Chico, CA
Job Type: Permanent
Shift: Days, Full-Time

Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Outpatient Imaging to support the daily operations and overall success of the imaging department. This leadership role partners with the Radiology Manager to drive excellence in financial performance, staff development, quality improvement, and operational efficiency.

The Assistant Manager ensures delivery of high-quality, patient-centered imaging services while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This role may also perform diagnostic procedures and provide education to patients, families, students, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Assist in managing daily staffing and workflow requirements
• Support departmental productivity goals and budget initiatives
• Promote employee engagement, satisfaction, and professional development
• Apply progressive discipline processes when necessary
• Support organizational goals and departmental strategies

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered imaging services
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance monitoring
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, including:
  • Joint Commission
  • California Title 17 & 22 regulations
  • ACR standards
• Monitor image quality control and enforce departmental policies

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and care teams
• Collaborate with internal departments to coordinate imaging services
• Promote effective and respectful communication across teams
• Report on patient, employee, and physician satisfaction, as well as quality outcomes

Clinical & Administrative Duties

• Maintain technical competency in area of expertise
• Assist in resolving operational challenges and implementing solutions
• Complete employee evaluations and performance reviews in a timely manner
• Provide education, training, and support to staff and other departments

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct oversight of Lead and Senior Technologists
• Collaboration with clerical staff, nursing teams, and service engineers

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Diagnostic Technologist in an acute-care setting
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in an acute-care environment

Licensure & Certification

• Current California CRT (Certified Radiologic Technologist) certification
  OR
• Current ARRT certification
• Current CPR Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of additional supervisory or managerial experience
• Associate Degree or higher
• Certification in a specialized imaging modality (e.g., MRI, Nuclear Medicine, or other recognized specialty)

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Human anatomy and physiology
  • Radiographic positioning and imaging techniques
  • Radiation physics, protection, and radiobiology
  • Quality assurance and regulatory compliance
• Familiarity with:
  • Joint Commission standards
  • ACR accreditation requirements
  • California Title 17 & 22 regulations
• Excellent:
  • Leadership and team management skills
  • Communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to:
  • Motivate and guide team members effectively
  • Delegate responsibilities appropriately
  • Monitor and optimize departmental resources
  • Make data-driven operational decisions

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About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided, and your salary will be discussed upfront.