Chair - Radiology Department ChristianaCare, Newark DE

Chair, Department of Radiology & Medical Director of Radiology

At Christiana Care, we don’t just deliver care, we shape the future of it.

We are seeking a visionary Chair of the Department of Radiology & Medical Director of Radiology to lead a high-performing, mission-driven department at one of the nation’s most dynamic health systems. This is a rare opportunity for a strategic physician executive to influence clinical excellence, innovation, and the next generation of radiology leaders.

This role sits at the intersection of clinical leadership, operational strategy, and academic advancement. As Chair, you will guide all professional and administrative affairs of the Department of Radiology while advancing our commitment to high-quality, efficient, and timely patient care. You’ll partner closely with the President of the Medical Group and senior executive leadership to shape the future of imaging services across the enterprise.

Christiana Care is one of the largest health systems in the region, serving communities across Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Our radiology department includes more than 40 subspecialized hybrid, remote and flex shift radiologists, a robust residency program with 25 residents and IR fellows, and a growing footprint of 9 locations supported by advanced imaging technologies and strong multidisciplinary collaboration.

• Provide leadership for all clinical, professional, and administrative functions of the department.

• Advance organizational goals for clinical excellence, access, and operational efficiency

• Lead and support graduate, postgraduate, and continuing medical education programs

• Collaborate with executive leadership, including the SVP of Cancer & Imaging Services, to drive strategic initiatives

• Oversee and optimize an advanced clinical imaging data infrastructure to support outcomes, research, and performance improvement

• Champion resource stewardship, ensuring effective utilization of imaging services across the system

• Partner with administrative leaders on capital planning and operating budgets

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and belonging across multidisciplinary teams

• MD or DO required; MBA or advanced degree preferred

• Board Certification in Radiology or a Radiology subspecialty

• Proven success in physician leadership, department management, and strategic execution

• Experience leading within complex health systems or academic environments

• A leader who balances data-driven decision-making with people-centered leadership

• Competitive salary with sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

• 8 weeks PTO

• CME allowance

• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 403b/457b/Defined Contribution retirement plans.

• Paid malpractice insurance w/ tail coverage

• 12 weeks paid parental leave.

At Christiana Care, you’ll join a nationally recognized health system grounded in service, excellence, and love. We're committed to a culture of connection and belonging, where leaders are empowered to innovate and drive meaningful change.

This is more than a leadership role; it’s a platform to:

• Shape the future of imaging and diagnostics

• Influence system-wide clinical strategy

• Mentor and develop the next generation of physicians

• Leave a lasting legacy in a community that values your impact

If you are a bold, forward-thinking radiology leader ready to drive transformation at scale, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

$839,995 - $1,053,500

The above compensation range represents Christiana Care’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting for full-time hours in the respective specialty. The actual compensation within this range offered to a…