Admin Director Radiology

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, NJ seeks an experienced Radiology Department Head to oversee operations across the enterprise. You will partner with the Chief/Chair Radiologist and leaders to align radiology programs with organizational goals and ensure top-quality patient care.

The role requires deep expertise in imaging modalities, budgeting, revenue cycles, and strategic planning, with a focus on staff development, regulatory readiness, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience as a radiology department head; 10+ years preferred.
• Understanding of all imaging modalities for inpatient and outpatient markets.
• Experience with budgets, expense management, and revenue cycle.
• Experience with strategic radiology planning, equipment fleet management, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee radiology operations and services across the enterprise.
• Partner with Chief/Chair Radiologist and leaders to align programs with goals.
• Create a culture of service and ensure staff follow Cooper experience standards.
• Monitor metrics to maximize efficiency, access, safety, quality, and finances.
• Ensure accreditation readiness and regulatory compliance; collaborate with partners.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Communication

Radiology expertise

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

About Us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children’s Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with American Recovery Services.

Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.

Short Description

• Responsible for the overall effective and efficient delivery of radiology operations and services across the enterprise. Partners with Chief/Chair Radiologist and other stakeholders to develop and refine the radiology programs and services to ensure alignment with the organizational initiatives and objectives
• Maintains a “success is never final” perspective. Continually seeks out ways to improve or enhance services and processes. Provides sincere consideration and timely follow up to customer concerns and suggestion for improvement. Utilizes resources (Industry and technical, Studer, Press Ganey, etc.) to maximize results
• Creates and maintains a culture of excellent service through span of control by ensuring leadership must-haves are in place and staff follow the Cooper experience standards consistently
• Continually monitors metrics and makes adjustments to maximize efficiency and utilization, patient access, patient experience, patient and employee safety, quality outcomes, financial outcomes and overall effectiveness and impact of department. Has and utilizes a comprehensive radiology dashboard
• Maintains a constant state of readiness and compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Active plans in place to address any deficiencies. Stays current with new regulations and best practices and prepares department and staff accordingly
• Collaborates with AVP, Institute and physician leaders, as well as Joint Venture partners to understand growth plans and other expected changes that ultimately impact radiology. Plans accordingly so radiology services can be flexible to meet future needs of patient and the organization
• Responsible for recruiting, retaining, and developing a high-performing radiology leadership team. Invests in continuing education and development, develops bench strength to support effective succession planning
• Identifies opportunities for improvement and develops viable solutions for success
• Works collaboratively with RIS/PACS and Information System support to optimize systems
• Communicates effectively with all stakeholders, cascades information appropriately, communicates with a purpose and with consideration.

Experience Required

• At least 5 years experience as a radiology department head, 10+ years experience preferred.
• Require understanding of all imaging modalities for inpatient and outpatient markets.
• Experience working with budgets, expense management, and revenue cycle.
• Experience with strategic radiology planning, equipment fleet management, and business development.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree in related health care field or business preferredGraduate of AMA approved school for Radiologic Technology required

License/Certification Requirements

ARRT – preferredCRA – preferred at hire or to be achieved within 12 months of hire

Special Requirements

Excellent knowledge and understanding of the critical issues that impact radiology practice on a national and regional scale

Leader capable of developing programs and structures to maximize clinical quality and safety, employee and physician engagement.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Well developed organizational, analytical and negotiating skills.

Literate in MS Office software, RIS, and PACS.Technical expertise utilizing and deploying IT products essential to Radiology

Salary Min ($)

USD $60.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $103.00