Position Summary

Are you looking for that career that will allow you to combine your clinical expertise and your proven leadership skills? If you feel, you can deliver success by implementing strategies that focus the efforts of individuals on business goals, individual goals, team goals and translating them into positive outcomes – we want to hear from you.

In accordance with the vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, the Manager, Medical Imaging Operations provides accountable site-based operational leadership for Medical Imaging services at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC). The role is responsible for the planning, coordination, day-to-day delivery, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement of Medical Imaging services, ensuring services are safe, timely, high-quality, patient-centered, and aligned with organizational priorities, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. The Manager is accountable for implementing regional Medical Imaging operational strategies, policies, and standards at UHNBC and may be assigned to support other regional Northern Health sites to maintain service continuity, provide temporary operational leadership coverage, or backfill another Medical Imaging manager, as required. The role oversees workforce coordination, resource utilization, quality and safety activities, operational issue resolution, student placement support, patient and family advocacy, complaint review processes, and broader program planning and evaluation activities. The Manager contributes to UHNBC’s teaching hospital role by supporting learning environments that bring together research, teaching, and practice, while ensuring consistent application of professional practice and operational standards. System-level risks, capacity pressures, and emerging service challenges are escalated to the Director, Medical Imaging Operations, as appropriate. Working in close collaboration with radiologists, modality leads, clinical leaders, Health Service Administrators, site leadership teams, and interdisciplinary partners, the Manager supports integrated service delivery, service continuity, and continuous improvement within Medical Imaging operations.

Starting salary will be approximately from $132,169 to $163,073 and will be based on education, training, experience, reporting structure and salaries of similar positions.

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or equivalent recognized qualification in Medical Imaging, Health Sciences, Health Administration, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Current registration, certification, or eligibility for registration/certification with a recognized regulatory or professional body relevant to Medical Imaging, as applicable.
• Minimum of five (5) years of recent experience in Medical Imaging or a related healthcare environment, including progressive supervisory or operational leadership experience, typically three (3) years or more.
• Demonstrated experience supporting site-based operations, including service delivery, staffing coordination, quality and patient safety activities, and implementation of organizational policies and standards.
• Experience working in a tertiary care, teaching hospital, multi-modality Medical Imaging, and/or complex healthcare environment is an asset.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle may be required.

Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated ability to manage day-to-day Medical Imaging operations within a complex, unionized healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of accreditation, regulatory, safety, and professional practice requirements relevant to Medical Imaging services.
• Knowledge of teaching hospital responsibilities, student placement coordination, patient- and family-centered care principles, complaint review processes, evaluative research, program planning, and service evaluation within a complex healthcare environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume tertiary care environment.
• Demonstrated ability to support staff development, coaching, performance management, and respectful workplace practices.
• Working knowledge of financial and operational processes, including budget monitoring and variance management within delegated authority.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with radiologists, modality leads, clinical leaders, operational partners, and regional leadership.
• Proficiency with clinical and administrative information systems and the use of data to support operational decision-making.
• Ability to work effectively in environments characterized by change, complexity, and ambiguity.

Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC)
UHNBC is growing, with the new Acute Care Tower estimated to open in winter 2031. This major expansion will bring state-of-the-art care to Northern BC. By joining our team in Prince George now, you’ll position yourself to work in one of the most advanced acute care environments in the province. To learn more, visit Let’s Talk UHNBC Acute Care Tower.

Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George

More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants

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