Imaging Director Overview • The Imaging Director oversees radiology and diagnostic imaging services, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient-centered care. • Collaborates with hospital leadership, radiologists, and staff to maintain operational excellence and regulatory compliance. • Develops and implements departmental goals, policies, and workflows aligned with organizational objectives. • Provides strategic direction for imaging modalities, including X-Ray, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and Mammography. • Ensures departmental readiness for regulatory surveys and accreditation reviews. • Manages departmental budgets, monitors expenses, and identifies opportunities for operational efficiencies. • Promotes a culture of accountability, teamwork, patient safety, and service excellence. • Evaluates equipment needs and oversees imaging technology acquisition and maintenance. • Represents Radiology/Imaging Services in hospital committees and interdisciplinary initiatives. Imaging Director Key Responsibilities & Duties • Provides leadership for all Radiology/Imaging services, ensuring safe and efficient operations. • Develops departmental policies, procedures, and performance standards to meet organizational goals. • Manages staffing plans, productivity, scheduling, and workload to ensure adequate departmental coverage. • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and accreditation requirements. • Oversees quality assurance, performance improvement, and patient safety initiatives. • Collaborates with IT and clinical teams on imaging technology optimization. • Monitors key performance indicators, including turnaround times, patient volumes, and quality outcomes. • Develops and manages operating and capital budgets for imaging services. • Investigates operational and clinical concerns, implementing corrective actions as needed. Imaging Director Job Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology, Healthcare Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred. • Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging. • Director-level or multi-modality imaging leadership experience strongly preferred. • Current ARRT certification in an applicable imaging modality required; additional certifications are a plus. • Demonstrated experience managing departmental operations, staffing, budgets, and regulatory compliance. • Knowledge of imaging technology, PACS, RIS, and workflow optimization. • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and service excellence. • Proficiency in managing quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.