Director - Diagnostic Imaging Clinical Ops / Ultrasound

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to eliminating cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, prevention, and education.

The Director of Diagnostic Imaging - Ultrasound plays a critical leadership role in advancing these efforts by ensuring the delivery of high-quality diagnostic imaging services that support patient care and institutional goals.

The Director of Diagnostic Imaging - Ultrasound provides operational leadership for multiple diagnostic imaging modalities or departments within UT MD Anderson. Working within a complex healthcare environment, the Director of Diagnostic Imaging - Ultrasound oversees clinical operations, financial performance, staffing strategies, compliance, and service excellence. [Department information not provided]

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Hospital/Healthcare Administration, or a related field, with a Master's Degree preferred. Candidates should bring significant imaging clinical operations experience, including extensive management leadership experience. Preferred licenses and certifications were not provided; therefore, candidates with demonstrated expertise in imaging operations, strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership will be well positioned for success.

Work Location: 100% onsite at Texas Medical Center and must be willing to travel to all MD Anderson's Houston Area locations

Why Us?

At UT MD Anderson, this leadership role directly supports the institution's mission by ensuring exceptional diagnostic imaging services that contribute to patient care, operational excellence, and continued innovation. The position offers opportunities to lead strategic initiatives, develop high-performing teams, influence service growth, and make a meaningful impact while benefiting from a comprehensive employee benefits package designed to support professional and personal well-being.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Direct operational clinical activities across multiple diagnostic imaging modalities and departments
• Lead patient care delivery systems and daily imaging service operations across assigned locations
• Ensure effective coordination of imaging services to support quality patient care
• Oversee modality and departmental performance to achieve operational goals

Compliance & Quality Management

• Manage compliance with regulatory standards and organizational requirements
• Ensure adherence to applicable policies and procedures
• Monitor operational practices to maintain quality, safety, and service standards

Strategic Planning & Growth

• Participate in strategic planning initiatives for imaging services
• Contribute to the development and execution of growth strategies
• Drive achievement of organizational targets and outcome improvement initiatives
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational performance and service delivery

Financial & Resource Management

• Oversee development of operational budgets
• Monitor key financial indicators and performance metrics
• Evaluate operational results and resource utilization to support organizational objectives

People Leadership

• Manage human resource activities across assigned areas
• Develop staffing plans to meet operational demands
• Establish productivity and performance-related standards
• Support workforce performance management and operational effectiveness
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards

REQUIREMENTS

Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Hospital/Healthcare Administration or related field
Preferred Education: Master's Degree Business Administration, Hospital/Healthcare Administration or related field.

Certification Required:

Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
and

certified in ONE of the following:

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Sonography (ARRT--S); Breast Sonography (ARRT-- BS); Vascular Sonography (ARRT--VS); Cardiovascular Credentialing International - Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI --RVS);
or
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).
Preferred Certification: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through ARDMS (AB, OB/GYN, or RVT)
Sonography (S) or Vascular (VS) through ARRT

Experience: 10 years imaging clinical operations experience to include five years in a management role
Preferred Experience: 8 years imaging clinical operations experience to include five years in a management role, with preferred Master's degree

Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience.

Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 174697
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 149,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 187,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 224,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
• Science Jobs: No

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