Section Chief - Radiology

Seeking Chief for Department of Radiology at Prestigious Children’s Hospital in MiamiNicklaus Children's Hospital, a 325-bed freestanding children's hospital and ACS-verified Level 1 pediatric trauma center based in Miami, Florida, and Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists, the physician multispecialty group practice of Nicklaus Children's Health System, are seeking an exceptional candidate to lead the Department of Radiology.Position OverviewThe Section Chief is responsible for setting the strategy and providing leadership for the Radiology Department at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, including the physicians employed by Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists who provide pediatric radiology services. In addition to the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital main campus near Coral Gables, Florida, imaging services are conducted at 15 locations throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The ideal candidate will be board certified and fellowship trained in Pediatric Radiology with dynamic leadership experience.Key ResponsibilitiesSet strategy and provide leadershipOversee physician servicesLead quality initiatives/metrics, teaching and researchPhysician recruitment (interview/selection)Promote professionalism and a culture of excellenceAbout the Radiology Department at Nicklaus Children’s Health SystemThe Department of Radiology offers a wide array of tests and procedures including digital X-rays, MRI, PET/CT scans, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, nuclear medicine and interventional radiology procedures.Number of cases/studies performed annually: 190,00013 FTE RadiologistsvRad night hawk coverageRecognition for Imaging ExcellenceNicklaus Children’s Hospital and its outpatient centers are proud to be designated as a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICOE) by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The DICOE program represents the pinnacle of medical imaging care and is an achievement that goes beyond accreditation to recognize best-quality imaging practices and diagnostic care. In addition, Nicklaus Children’s has achieved ACR accreditation in Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Nuclear Medicine and Ultrasound.Use triangle symbol for Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence on website.Continuous Investment in Quality EquipmentState-of-the-art ACR-accredited imaging equipment at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and offsite imaging centers, include:6 MRI (including 3T and intraoperative 1.5 T)Dual source CT (Siemens FLASH)Siemens PET-CT2 dual-head nuclear cameras2 Siemens fluoroscopy units3 EOS imaging radiographic unitsHigh-quality GE digital radiography units13 GE Logic ultrasoundsVisage7 PACS, implemented in 2025, bringing cutting-edge advanced technology to the radiology and imaging spaceGE interventional suite that opened in 2025Academic AffiliationNicklaus Children’s Department of Radiology is the only ACGME-approved Pediatric Radiology Fellowship training program in Florida.Our academic affiliation is with Florida International University (FIU). This position includes a faculty appointment at FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.The team also provides pediatric training for the Mount Sinai and HCA Radiology Fellowship Programs in Miami.About Nicklaus Children’s HospitalFounded in 1950, the rebranded Nicklaus Children’s (formerly Miami Children’s) Hospital is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine and has numerous subspecialty programs that are ranked among the best in the nation. In addition to its 325-bed hospital, Nicklaus has a growing network of 10+ regional urgent care centers across five counties and a network of physician practice locations throughout South Florida. It is also home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern U.S. Our organization consistently appears on employer award lists such as Fortune magazine’s “Best Workplaces in Health Care,” Becker’s “150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare,” Newsweek’s “World’s Best Specialized Hospitals” and People magazine’s “50 Companies That Care.” The position affords the ability to join a phenomenal team that brings lifelong health and hope to children and their families through innovative and compassionate care.Discover Miami, FloridaNicklaus Children’s Hospital is located in Miami, Florida and offers all the advantages of a tropical, diverse and metropolitan community. Enjoy abundant sunshine and warm weather year-round with easy access to numerous recreational opportunities, cultural and professional sporting venues, and international travel.QualificationsApplication ProcessApplication review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications, including a current CV and cover letter, may be submitted to Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter at joyce.berger@nicklaushealth.org or 786-501-6189. All inquiries and applications will remain confidential.Competitive compensation and robust benefits package.Qualified candidates please contact:Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiterjoyce.berger@nicklaushealth.org or 786-501-6189Nicklauschildrens.org As required under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025) we are providing the link below to the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.https://info.flclearinghouse.com/