System Medical Director Imaging, Radiology, full Time
Overview
- Location
- AHC Imaging
- Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, plus call as required · Call as required (no further detail provided)
- Practice
- Multi-site health system (community hospitals + outpatient imaging centers) · Community hospital system with outpatient imaging sites (Shady Grove Medical Center, White Oak Medical Center, Fort Washington Medical Center, Adventist Rehab Hospitals)
Role summary
Adventist Medical Group seeks a full-time System Medical Director of Imaging to provide systemwide physician leadership and strategic oversight for Breast Imaging, Interventional Radiology, and Diagnostic Radiology across multiple hospital and outpatient sites in Maryland. The role blends clinical practice with significant administrative and leadership responsibilities including quality oversight, peer review, scheduling, physician engagement, and service line strategy.
What the posting highlights
- Service line–wide coverage across all AHC Imaging sites; collaborates with site Medical Directors and Department Directors
- Care setting: Both inpatient (multiple hospital campuses) and outpatient imaging sites
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Compensation
Employer
AdventistHealthCare (Montgomery County, MD)
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Multi-site health system (community hospitals + outpatient imaging centers)
- Facility type
- Community hospital system with outpatient imaging sites (Shady Grove Medical Center, White Oak Medical Center, Fort Washington Medical Center, Adventist Rehab Hospitals)
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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- Is $104,000–$1,404,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
- The posted range is wide — what specifically places a candidate at the top versus the bottom of it?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, plus call as required
- Call burden
- Call as required (no further detail provided)
- Shift type
- Non-rotating, daytime
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Both inpatient (multiple hospital campuses) and outpatient imaging sites
- Coverage model
- Service line–wide coverage across all AHC Imaging sites; collaborates with site Medical Directors and Department Directors
- Admin burden
- High – systemwide clinical quality oversight, TAT metrics, peer review leadership, physician scheduling and coverage management, accreditation readiness, strategic planning, and participation in system-level operational/leadership meetings
- FTE
- 1
- Teaching
- No
- Research
- No
- Supervises APPs
- No
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
- J-1 waiver
- No
- H-1B
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Official employer source
- First seen
- 3 mo ago
- Last verified
- today
- Extraction confidence
- 52%
Full description
As a System Medical Director you will:
• Provide systemwide oversight for clinical quality, TAT Metrics, patient safety, and regulatory compliance across Breast Imaging and Diagnostic Radiology
• Partner with Imaging Administration to optimize access, turnaround time (TAT), throughput, and patient experience
• Drive responsible clinical decision‑making that supports the financial sustainability and long‑term viability of the Imaging Service Line
• Align clinical workflows, productivity expectations, and service models with systemwide financial and operational goals
• Provide physician leadership input into resource utilization, staffing models, and service distribution across sites
• The physician will provide service line–wide coverage across Imaging Services, working collaboratively with Medical Directors and Department Directors.
• The physician will manage physician scheduling and coverage, ensuring contractual shift requirements are met across the service line.
• The physician will oversee and lead the Peer Review process for Diagnostic, Breast Imaging, and Interventional Radiology services within AHC Imaging Services.
• Standardize imaging protocols, diagnostic practices, and physician performance expectations
• Lead peer review alignment and quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure accreditation readiness and adherence to professional and regulatory standards
• Serve as the primary physician leader and point of accountability for the Imaging Service Line Physicians
• Establish clear expectations, communication, and engagement with radiologists across all sites
• Collaborate with other physicians on Scheduling & Coverage to identify staffing needs and support recruitment efforts
• Support physician onboarding, engagement, and professional development
• Partner with Imaging Administration to improve access, turnaround time (TAT), throughput, and patient experience
• Collaborate closely with the Interventional Radiology Medical Director to align clinical standards, workflows, and strategic initiatives
• Provide physician input and leadership on technology, AI tools, and workflow enhancements to support productivity and efficiency
• Participate in systemwide clinical, operational, and leadership meetings representing Imaging Services
• Participate and lead in strategic planning for Imaging Service Line growth, including expansion of breast imaging and diagnostic services
• Support adoption of AI-enabled tools and technology modernization to improve productivity and quality
• Contribute to service line strategy, business planning, and performance optimization
• Other duties as assigned and/or needed.
Qualifications include:
• Board Certified, and Fellowship trained
• Valid Maryland license
• DEA
• CDS
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong creative and technical skills.
• Knowledge of health plans, insurance providers, healthcare systems & sales preferred
• Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems quickly.
• Technically savvy – able to learn new on-and offline-based systems, software, and technical programs easily.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects independently or in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent telephone/speaking/communication skills; tact and positive demeanor.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work with diverse clientele.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
• Willingness and ability to be flexible with schedule to meet program needs.
• Ability to become proficient in multiple online databases and technical programs.
Education and Experience Required:
• Board Certified in Radiology
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Diagnostic Radiology residency
• Fellowship training preferred (subspecialty expertise a plus)
• Demonstrated leadership experience in radiology (e.g., section chief, medical director, or similar role)
• Strong understanding of hospital and Outpatient operations, quality metrics, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication, organizational, and team-building skills
Work Schedule:
M-F, 8 am to 5 pm and call as required.
Pay Range:
$104,000.00 - $1,404,000.00If the salary range is listed as $0 or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process.
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as:
United States of Ameri…