Imaging Director

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.