Director of Radiology

Lovelace Health System, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Health System, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a day shift, full-time Director of Radiology to lead the diagnostic imaging department across multiple sites, including Echo, X-Ray, CT, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, MRI, and PET.

The role oversees strategic, operational, and fiscal activities, builds and manages budgets, and guides managers and modality leads to drive efficiency and growth while ensuring patient safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Sciences; substitutions allowed per policy.
• Five years of clinical experience, with at least three in a supervisory role.
• Current NM License in one or more Diagnostic Imaging modalities; ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS licensure.
• Knowledge of radiology modalities and strong leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Directs strategic, operational, fiscal, and personnel activities for all diagnostic imaging areas (Echo, X-Ray, CT, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, MRI, PET).
• Prepares and manages budgets, supervises staff, and ensures quality services in daily operations.
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain patient safety.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Policy compliance

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Sciences

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full-time Director of Radiology in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Medical Center (LMC), in the heart of Albuquerque, is an acute care hospital providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology and oncology services. LMC recently acquired New Mexico's first Intuitive da Vinci 5 surgical system, demonstrating its commitment to the most advanced technology available in minimally invasive surgery. LMC has 263 licensed beds.
• Role oversees a complex, multi-site imaging operation serving more than 400 managed beds, leading managers, supervisors, modality leads, and support services while partnering with leaders across the health system to drive efficiency, patient care, and strategic growth.

Responsibilities

• Directs and administers strategic, operational, fiscal, and personnel activities for all areas of the diagnostic imaging department, including Echo, X-Ray, CT, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, MRI, and PET for both inpatient and outpatient services.
• Prepares and manages budgets, manages/supervises staff, and ensures quality services are provided through daily operations.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure patient safety and compliance.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Sciences; Relevant Education and/or experience may be substituted for one another in accordance with policy.
• Five (5) years of clinical experience, of which three (3) years must be in a supervisory role.
• Relevant Education and/or experience may be substituted for one another in accordance with policy.
• Current NM License in one (1) or more Diagnostic Imaging modalities.
• ARRT, NMTCB, or ARDMS License.
• Commensurate experience/skills can substitute for licensure.
• Knowledge of the radiology field including all imaging modalities.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to develop business plans.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in related field.
• Director experience in Diagnostic Imaging.

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