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City of Hope
Duarte, CA
City of Hope seeks an accomplished academic radiologist and enterprise-minded physician leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Diagnostic Radiology, with the opportunity to shape the next era of imaging across the only nationwide integrated cancer system. The Chair will lead a growing, highly specialized Department spanning diagnostic imaging, interventional radiology, nuclear medicine, molecular imaging and theranostics, with responsibility for advancing clinical excellence, research and innovation, education, faculty development and operational performance. This leader will position the Department at the forefront of research and technological advancement, accelerating the development, evaluation and clinical adoption of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, advanced imaging, molecular imaging and image-guided therapies. Importantly, as City of Hope continues to evolve as a national cancer system, the Chair will have the opportunity to help shape the future of radiology across the broader enterprise, strengthening how the National Medical Center and Southern California network connect with City of Hope’s clinical programs in Arizona, Chicago, and Atlanta. Building on distinctive strengths in precision oncology, interventional oncology, theranostics, advanced imaging and emerging AI applications, this leader will recruit and develop exceptional faculty, expand access and subspecialty capabilities, strengthen multidisciplinary partnerships, and identify opportunities for greater collaboration and connectivity across markets. Over time, the Chair will help advance a vision for a more integrated, system-wide Department of Radiology, leveraging City of Hope’s collective expertise and scale while shaping the future of imaging and image-guided therapies in cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment. The Role The Chair of Diagnostic Radiology will provide strategic, clinical, academic and administrative leadership for the Department, while playing an important role in helping shape the future of radiology as City of Hope continues to evolve as a national cancer system. The Chair will set and execute a forward-looking vision that advances the Department’s clinical excellence, operational performance, research and innovation, education, and academic reputation, while building distinctive capabilities at the intersection of imaging, cancer care and precision medicine. The Chair will lead an interdisciplinary team of physicians, advanced practice providers, technologists, nurses, scientists, administrators and staff, creating a high-performing culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, service and servant leadership. Working closely with clinical department chairs, disease team leaders, research leaders and operational leadership, the Chair will ensure that radiology is deeply integrated into multidisciplinary cancer care and responsive to the needs of patients and referring physicians. This leader will recruit and develop exceptional faculty, strengthen subspecialty capabilities, and ensure the Department has the talent, infrastructure and operating model necessary to support City of Hope’s continued clinical and academic growth. Looking ahead, the Chair will have an important opportunity to help shape a more connected approach to radiology across City of Hope. In partnership with leaders at the National Medical Center, Orange County and the Southern California community network, as well as clinical and radiology leaders in Arizona, Chicago and Atlanta, the Chair will explore opportunities for greater collaboration in areas such as faculty recruitment, subspecialty expertise, clinical standards, virtual coverage, research, education and technology. Over time, this work is intended to build greater connectivity and shared identity across City of Hope while recognizing the distinct leadership structures and needs of individual markets. Essential Functions Set Impactful Forward-Looking Vision Drive Clinical Quality, Access and Operational Performance Advance Research, Innovation, and Translation Elevate Education and Faculty Development Build and Lead a Cohesive, High-Performing Team The total compensation range for this role is $500,000 to $1,000,000, inclusive of base compensation for full-time employment commensurate with qualified academic rank and any applicable incentive compensation. Actual compensation will be adjusted for experience, training, hospital/community need and other factors. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. Please note : City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. Please be aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our organization through fake job postings, emails or interviews. Apply only through our official website or trusted partner platforms. City of Hope will never request payment or fees at any stage of the hiring process. We will not request sensitive personal or financial information prior to the acceptance of a formal offer. All communications will come from official @coh.org email addresses. Interviews are conducted only through approved, professional channels. Be cautious of unsolicited communications, urgent requests or opportunities that seem inconsistent with standard hiring practices. If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it to careers@coh.org . Minimum Education: Doctorate degree in medicine (MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree) from an accredited medical school; fellowship training is strongly preferred; currently board-certified by the American Board of Radiology, or equivalent Minimum Experience: Eight or more years of overall administrative leadership experience in an academic medical center, cancer center, or similarly complex clinical environment, including five or more years of experience serving as a Department Chair, Vice Chair, Associate Chair, Division Chief, Section Head, or other relevant leadership role Ideal Experience and Qualifications ▪ A dedicated and practicing radiologist with an accomplished reputation for clinical excellence and who must meet requirements for medical licensure in the state of California. ▪ Oncology experience is required, with demonstrated expertise in oncologic imaging and the role of radiology across the cancer care continuum. ▪ Experience in research, training, and clinical achievement, commensurate with appointment to the faculty at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. ▪ A servant leader who leads with humility, listens actively, empowers others and places the success of patients, faculty, staff and the broader organization ahead of personal agenda. ▪ Ability to create, articulate, and achieve a vision for a contemporary Department of Radiology in a highly matrixed organization. ▪ Demonstrated experience leading complex clinical operations across a multisite radiology enterprise, with accountability for access, capacity, throughput, quality, patient experience, utilization and financial performance. ▪ Proven ability to optimize imaging workflows, technology and staffing models; establish and monitor performance metrics; and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, turnaround times, quality and service across both on-site and virtual care environments. ▪ Experience working across a complex, geographically distributed health system, with demonstrated ability to build relationships, create alignment and advance shared initiatives across organizational and market boundaries. ▪ Track record of faculty management experience, including developing purposeful initiates to recruit, retain, and develop clinical faculty, clinician-scientists and researchers; ability to promote a culture of respect and positivity. ▪ Experience growing research programs and promoting academic excellence, with the ability to strengthen interdisciplinary and translational programs and support faculty academic productivity; a personal track record of scholarly achievement such as producing impactful publications and securing external research funding. ▪ An understanding of the evolving educational and training needs of residents, fellows, and medical students. ▪ Successful track record as a mentor, with the ability to relate to early career, mid-career, and senior faculty members. ▪ Experience building productive partnerships with oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, and other clinical disciplines and leading through influence in a complex clinical environment. ▪ An understanding of emerging technologies in radiology, including artificial intelligence, advanced imaging, molecular imaging, theranostics, and image-guided therapies, and the judgment to translate innovation into clinical value. ▪ Strong business and operational acumen, including experience with resource allocation, productivity, access, financial performance, and growth planning. ▪ Involvement in the field of radiology on the national and/or international level. ▪ Exceptional skills in advocacy and influencing, with the capability to represent and advocate for the Department, team, and resources across the research and clinical enterprises. ▪ Ability to lead philanthropic and fundraising activities for the Department. Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with high levels of integrity, judgment, cultural sensitivity, and emotional intelligence.
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