Cardiology Advanced Imaging Medical Director | Physician (Swedish Heart & Vascular Institute

Medical Director – 0.8 FTE Clinical + 0.2 FTE Directorship

Swedish Heart & Vascular Institute seeks a Medical Director to perform clinical duties as a general Non‑Invasive Cardiologist specializing in Advanced Imaging Interpretation. Responsibilities include patient care through clinic visits, diagnostic readings, inpatient coverage, and driving growth of the Advanced Imaging Program. The role collaborates closely with the echo lab medical director to maintain high‑quality standards for cardiac MRI, CT, and echocardiography while meeting accreditation requirements.

The Medical Director ensures all medical programs align with Swedish Medical Group (SMG) standards, and that physicians and APCs adhere to SMG guidelines. Together with regional leadership, the Director develops strategic plans, assists with medical staff recruitment, communicates SMG strategies, and shares accountability for financial performance and compliance.

• Strategic thinker balancing specialty priorities and system‑wide goals.
• Skilled consensus‑builder and persuasive communicator with diverse stakeholders.
• Flexible, adaptable, and effective in leading under time‑sensitive conditions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with cultural awareness and inclusive leadership.
• Knowledge of SMG organization, policy, and long‑term needs.

• Define and execute a roadmap for advanced imaging aligned with Swedish’s cardiovascular strategy.
• Lead the launch and growth of Cardiac PET and expand cardiac MRI/CT programs to meet evolving patient needs.
• Maintain Level III standards for cardiac CT/MRI and other modalities.
• Implement robust quality programs ensuring accuracy, safety, and accreditation compliance.

• Partner with interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, cardiac surgery, and radiology to support advanced procedures (e.g., TAVR, Mitral/Tricuspid interventions).
• Develop protocols for chest pain imaging in ED and inpatient settings; optimize imaging for structural heart and complex interventions.

• Mentor physicians and APCs; develop fellowship opportunities in advanced imaging.
• Drive clinical research initiatives and foster academic partnerships to position Swedish as an innovation hub.

• Licensed Cardiologist in the State of Washington.
• Swedish Medical Center medical staff member in good standing.
• Board‑certified in a specialty.
• Drug Licenses.
• 5+ years as a practicing Cardiologist with Level III competency in cardiac MRI, CT, and nuclear imaging.
• Participating provider status with Medicare and Medicaid Programs.
• 3+ years of leadership experience as a Medical Director of similar programs.

Salary ranges from $550,000 to $670,000 per year. Compensation may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, and CME benefits.

Job r: 29942

Swedish is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran status.

Samuel Crane
(425) 525‑5840 Direct
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