DEPARTMENT HEAD OF RADIOLOGY

Company: LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

The LSU School of Medicine invites applicants for the position of Department Head of Radiology. The Department Head is responsible for oversight of the faculty, staff and residents to advance the educational, clinical and research missions of the department and the School of Medicine. The Department Head will report directly to the Dean of the School of Medicine and work closely with the leadership of University Medical Center - New Orleans and other hospitals at which the department faculty provide clinical services. Incumbent will also have the opportunity to work with other clinical and basic science department heads and with directors of our multidisciplinary centers of excellence: the Cardiovascular Center, Neuroscience Center, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Center and Cancer Center.The successful applicant must have good leadership abilities, effective communication skills, and demonstrate a commitment to outstanding clinical care, quality improvement, education and biomedical research. The successful candidate should be able to provide a vision of excellence for the Department. A record of achievements in clinical service, administration, process improvement, teaching, multi-disciplinary collaborative research and faculty mentorship are essential. The successful candidate will also work with the departmental staff, dean's office administration, the faculty group practice (LSU HealthCare Network), and the staff and administration of hospitals to maintain, expand and improve the department's clinical activities.Minimum QualificationsRequired Education: MD or equivalentCertifications/Licenses Required: Board Certified in Radiology or be actively enrolled in the maintenance of certification program; Licensed to practice Medicine in the State of Louisiana and credentialed with all required entities before hire dateMinimum Years of Experience: Ten years on a medical school faculty; must have obtained the rank of Associate Professor or Professor; must have achieved distinction in the areas of clinical practice, education, research, and/or program administration.Preferred QualificationsPreferred Experience: Experience in a leadership role as a department head, section chief or division director; experience in recruiting faculty for clinical work, teaching, and research positions; experience in educational leadership as a program director or course director.About LSU Health New OrleansLSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).
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