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Director of Mammography, Diagnostic Imaging Clinical Operations

MD Anderson

Houston, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accreditation Standards, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Basic Life Support (BLS), Breast Cancer, Budget Management, Business Administration, CPR Certification, Cancer, Clinical Support, Continuous Improvement, Financial Metrics, Financial Operations, Healthcare Administration, Hospital Administration, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mammography, Medical Imaging, Nursing, Oncology, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Management, Pathology, Patient Care, People Management, Performance Management, Pivotal CRM, Process Improvement, Radiography, Radiology, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Management, Self Programming Language, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Standards Strategy, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Mammography - Diagnostic Imaging Operations . This leader will oversee operations for the Mammography Department and multiple related diagnostic imaging modalities, ensuring clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and alignment with institutional standards and strategic goals.

The ideal candidate will have a master's degree (preferred), 10 years of operations experience, and 5 years of management experience. Must have experience communicating, both orally and in writing, with all levels of leadership and across various departments. This role is 80% operations and 20% people management.

Shift / location: Based on business needs / 100% onsite / must be able to travel to all Breast Imaging clinic/locations.

About the Mammography Department
MD Anderson's Mammography Department supports one of the nation's most comprehensive breast cancer programs. It is designed to deliver high quality breast imaging services within a patient focused environment. The department's work is foundational to early detection, accurate diagnosis, and timely care coordination-core elements of MD Anderson's mission to eliminate cancer.

The Mammography Department includes:
• Screening and diagnostic mammography services across multiple imaging locations.
• Multidisciplinary collaboration with breast radiology, surgery, oncology, pathology, and nursing teams.
• Advanced technologies and imaging platforms used to support early detection and precise diagnosis.
• A strong culture of safety, compassion, and excellence, ensuring patients receive personalized, supportive care.

The department is staffed by highly trained technologists, radiologists, and support personnel who work collectively to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and an exceptional patient experience.

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership
• Direct daily clinical operations for mammography and related imaging services across multiple sites.
• Ensure patient care delivery systems are safe, efficient, and patient centered.
• Support workflow optimization, throughput, patient satisfaction, and service excellence.

Compliance & Quality
• Maintain adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Oversee development, implementation, and monitoring of department policies and standard operating procedures.
• Promote a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and service excellence.

Strategic Planning & Growth
• Participate in departmental and institutional strategic planning.
• Develop and support growth initiatives for mammography and imaging services.
• Drive operational improvements and help define long term service goals and program enhancements.

Financial & Resource Management
• Develop and manage operating budgets for mammography and assigned imaging areas.
• Monitor key financial and operational metrics to support resource optimization.
• Oversee staffing plans, productivity expectations, and performance management.

Leadership & Workforce Development
• Provide strong, supportive leadership to clinical and administrative teams.
• Foster engagement, professional development, and a high performing team culture.

Other Responsibilities
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all MD Anderson policies, standards, and institutional expectations.

EDUCATION
  • Required: Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Hospital/Healthcare Administration or related field.
  • Preferred: Master's Degree Business Administration, Hospital/Healthcare Administration or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE
  • Required: 10 years imaging clinical operations experience to include five years in a management role. or
  • Required: 8 years imaging clinical operations experience to include five years in a management role, with preferred Master's degree.
  • Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Required: RT(R) - Radiography Registry in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Upon Hire and
  • Required: CMRT - Cert Medical Radiologic Tech Texas Medical Board (TMB). Upon Hire and
  • Required: RT(M) - Mammography Advanced Registry in Mammography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). within 180 Days and
  • Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
  • Required: CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire


OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information
  • Requisition ID: 177879
  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Days
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 149,500
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 187,000
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 224,500
  • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Hard
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: No
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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