Director of Advanced Cardiac Imaging

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin is seeking a full-time pediatric cardiologist to serve as Medical Director of Advanced Cardiac Imaging. The role supports the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease, with emphasis on Cardiac MRI and CT expertise in a growing team.

You will lead imaging programs, collaborate across departments, and engage in education and research.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology and eligible for Texas medical license.
• Extensive experience in Cardiac MRI and CT imaging modalities.
• Leadership experience in advanced imaging; high-volume centers preferred.
• Preference for medical administration, clinical research experience.
• Eligible for faculty appointment at UT Austin.

Responsibilities

• Oversee imaging services including MRI/CT for pediatric patients.
• Provide clinical leadership, program development, and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with Radiology, UT Health and UT Austin leadership to meet goals.
• Manage outpatient and inpatient services and supervision of APPs.

Skills

Cardiac MRI

Cardiac CT

Imaging leadership

Medical administration

Clinical research

Job description

Director of Advanced Cardiac Imaging

College/School/Unit: Dell Medical School

Department: Department of Cardiovascular Surgery

Posted: Aug 4, 2026

Apply By: Open until filled

About Dell Medical School

As part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation'sleading research universities, the Dell Medical School pursuesinnovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence inhealthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary andinter-professional education. It is the fifth medical school in theUT System and the first medical school established in nearly fivedecades by a member of the Association of American Universities, anorganization of leading public and private researchuniversities.

Description

The Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin andDell Children's Medical Center (DCMC) is seeking a full-timepediatric cardiologist to serve as Medical Director of AdvancedCardiac Imaging to support our rapidly growing team within theTexas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease (TCPCHD).Extensive experience and expertise in axial imaging (Cardiac MRIand CT) is specifically desired for this role. Multidisciplinaryand cross-departmental opportunities for clinical investigation,research, and program building are available and stronglyencouraged.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing exceptionalpatient care, leadership, and innovation alongside our team ofcardiologists and advanced practice providers. Although patientcare is our primary focus, education and research are alsoencouraged and supported with access to dedicated researchprofessionals including a statistician, research manager, andresearch coordinators. Our practice is located in central Austin,providing inpatient and outpatient support for all of central Texasand beyond.

The position encompasses responsibilities in patient care,administration, program development and growth, team building,safety, quality and access for imaging services. This position willwork with the Chief of Pediatric Cardiology and the leadership ofthe TCPCHD to execute on yearly personal and programmatic goalsfocused on the fundamentals of extraordinary care. Closecollaboration with the Department of Radiology and variousdepartments from UT Health and The University of Texas at Austinare expected and supported. Routine patient care will include:Outpatient clinic, inpatient consultation, supervision of advancedpractice providers, and hospital service.

Qualifications

• Interested individuals should be board-certified in PediatricCardiology and able to obtain an unrestricted Texas MedicalLicense.

• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in thefield, specifically in the area of Cardiac MRI, Cardiac CT, andassociated imaging modalities
• Preference will be given to those with experience at highervolume centers and demonstrated leadership roles in advancedimaging.
• Additional preference will be given to those with previousexperience or education in medical administration and those whohave clinical research experience.
• Eligible for faculty appointment at The University of Texas atAustin.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equalopportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with allapplicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination andaffirmative action. The University is committed to a policy ofequal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on thebasis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability,religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs andactivities, and admissions.