Clinical Operations Manager, Breast Imaging

Lead the future of women's imaging in Charlotte as MedQuest expands across the market. This newly elevated leadership role is ideal for an experienced mammography professional passionate about patient care and team development. As the Breast Imaging Clinical Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and operational oversight for a dedicated Breast Imaging Center while remaining actively engaged in clinical care. This hybrid role balances approximately 50% clinical duties with 50% leadership responsibilities.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Lead a growing Breast Imaging Center during an exciting period of expansion
• Play a key role in advancing MedQuest's Women's Imaging strategy across the Charlotte market
• Balanced 50% leadership / 50% clinical role
• Competitive compensation package
• Sign-on and relocation assistance available for eligible candidates
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Outpatient environment focused on quality, patient experience, and work-life balance
• Partnership with Novant Health, one of the region's most respected healthcare organizations
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing and innovative imaging network

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for a dedicated Breast Imaging Center, combining leadership with direct patient care (50% clinical, 50% management)
• Optimize daily schedules to maximize staff productivity and resource utilization
• Supervise daily Breast Imaging operations and conduct staff meetings
• Manage workflow, human resources, time, equipment, and supplies effectively
• Control clinical expenses and resulting net income
• Perform mammography procedures
• Recruit, coach, and develop clinical staff
• Ensure staff perform satisfactorily and add value to center productivity
• Address employee questions, issues, and concerns as the first point of contact
• Conduct annual (and periodic) performance evaluations and align compensation with contributions
• Ensure productivity, staffing efficiency, and operational performance
• Participate in capital planning and equipment replacement decisions
• Monitor center revenue, profitability, budgets, and expenses
• Maintain referral source relationships to align clinical outcomes with physician and patient needs
• Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to maximize center opportunities
• Ensure compliance with MQSA, ACR, HIPAA, OSHA, and other regulatory standards
• Lead accreditation, inspections, and audit readiness
• Oversee quality assurance and quality control activities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program and ARRT registered
• Must complete required CEUs in a timely manner to maintain active certification(s)
• Certified in Mammography, in addition to X-RAY
• Knowledge of diagnostic mammography procedures and standards
• Skilled in operating equipment across multiple modalities
• 8 years of experience in area of specialization
• 3+ years of supervisory experience (preferred)
• Registry in Breast Ultrasound (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Sign-on and relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement benefits

About MedQuest Imaging

Founded in 1996, MedQuest is one of the most experienced outpatient imaging providers in the United States. The company operates a mixed network of independent and hospital-affiliated radiology centers performing diagnostic tests such as mammography, MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray. MedQuest uses proprietary systems to optimize center operations, control costs, and deliver an exceptional patient experience. A career with MedQuest includes limited or no weekend work, competitive salaries, and hybrid/remote opportunities based on role.