DescriptionThe Emory University Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences is seeking an outstanding radiologist to serve in the Cardiothoracic Imaging division as Site Director at Grady Memorial Hospital. This full-time, on-site faculty position includes 10% protected administrative effort dedicated to site leadership and operational oversight.
Grady Memorial Hospital is one of the largest public hospitals in the United States and a nationally recognized Level I trauma center. As a major teaching affiliate of Emory University School of Medicine, Grady serves a diverse patient population and provides comprehensive tertiary and quaternary care, offering exceptional opportunities for clinical practice, education, and academic advancement.
The successful candidate will oversee cardiothoracic imaging operations at Grady, a center of excellence with growing volumes of advanced cardiac and vascular imaging studies. The Site Director will work under the leadership of Dr. Carlo N. De Cecco, Director of Cardiothoracic Imaging, and Dr. Edwin Donnelly, Associate Director of Cardiothoracic Imaging, collaborating closely with departmental and hospital leadership in particularly with the Grady Radiology Director Dr. Matthew Zygmont to ensure clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and continued program growth.
Opportunity
This position offers a unique opportunity to combine a rewarding academic clinical practice with a meaningful leadership role at one of Atlanta's most important healthcare institutions. The successful candidate will benefit from the resources, expertise, and collaborative environment of Emory's Cardiothoracic Imaging Division while helping shape the future of cardiothoracic imaging services at Grady Memorial Hospital.
Visa sponsorship is available for qualified applicants.
NEW COMP PACKAGE: Very competitive base salary increase + stipend in addition to annual academic incentive bonus, professional development fund, and retirement contribution. Compensation rates for this position reflect newly updated and enhanced compensation rates effective 9/1/2026 with base + 10% administrative effort.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical and operational leadership for cardiothoracic imaging services at Grady Memorial Hospital.
- Supervise daily imaging operations, ensuring high standards of diagnostic quality, efficiency, and timely interpretation.
- Support the continued expansion of cardiac and vascular imaging services, including advanced cardiovascular CT and MRI.
- Collaborate with hospital administration, referring physicians, technologists, and departmental leadership to optimize imaging workflows and patient care.
- Promote quality improvement initiatives, protocol standardization, and adoption of innovative imaging technologies.
- Participate in the education and mentorship of radiology residents, fellows, and medical students.
- Contribute to the division's academic mission through clinical research, education, and scholarly activities.
About the Cardiothoracic Imaging Division
The Emory Cardiothoracic Imaging Division is a large, well-staffed, and academically productive division with expertise across thoracic, cardiac, and vascular imaging.
The division provides on-site interpretive services for Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown, as well as remote interpretive services for additional sites throughout Emory Healthcare and Grady Health System.
With expanding clinical volumes, advanced imaging capabilities, and a strong commitment to innovation, the division offers an exceptional environment for professional growth, multidisciplinary collaboration, and academic achievement.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a board-certified or board-eligible radiologist with fellowship training or equivalent expertise in cardiothoracic imaging. Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical skills, an interest in advanced cardiac and vascular imaging, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to collaborative leadership.
Previous administrative or leadership experience is desirable but not required. The successful candidate should be motivated to contribute to the continued growth and development of a high-volume academic cardiothoracic imaging service.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Imaging
- Applicants must be ABR board-certified/eligible and be eligible to obtain an unrestricted Georgia medical license.
- Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience.
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