The Division Director of Nuclear Medicine will be responsible for leading and supervising the clinical operation and academic functions of the Nuclear Medicine Division within Radiology Department at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (UMSOM) and Jackson Health Services (JHS). The successful candidate will be tasked with ensuring that the Division maintains a highly competitive status within a top-tier institution.

As such, UMSOM has 5 stated areas to strive for excellence: Clinical, Administrative, Research, Educational, Service (C.A.R.E.S. acronym). This position requires expertise in the interpretation and reporting of nuclear medicine studies, as well as experience in managing a team of physicians, scientists, residents/fellows, technologists, and support staff. The successful candidate should have an excellent nuclear medicine background with working experience in all facets of nuclear medicine, molecular imaging and radiopharmaceutical therapies. A vision in the burgeoning realm of Theranostics is highly desired, which the candidate should be prepared to articulate. Resident/Fellow education and training in nuclear medicine is another critical aspect. The Division Director will be responsible at both the UMSOM and JHS for ensuring the highest level of patient care and safety, maintaining accreditation standards, overseeing the development and implementation of clinical programs, and fostering a culture of multidisciplinary collaboration and collegiality. Dedicated administrative time will be allocated, while quite competitive compensation for academia will be commensurate with experience.

JOB DUTIES:

• Provide clinical oversight and leadership to the nuclear medicine division, including study interpretation.
• Lead the growth and expansion of the nuclear medicine clinical operation and services across UHealth.
• Manage/develop a team of physicians, residents/fellows, technologists, and support staff (e.g. hiring, training, evaluating performance). This includes proposing mentorship and research initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance, including maintaining appropriate licensure and certification.
• Coordinate with faculty/staff and departmental leadership to streamline patient care and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement clinical programs to ensure the highest level of patient care and safety.
• Foster a culture of excellence by promoting professional development, research, and superior education.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers and stakeholders to ensure effective coordination of care.
• Manage and coordinate Nuclear Medicine therapies across UHealth’s system, such as multidisciplinary workups and therapies in the realm of Theranostics, including experimental treatments.
• Multidisciplinary collaboration for clinical and innovation initiatives with other departments, such as: Medical Oncology, Cardiology, Radiation Oncology, Endocrinology, and others to foster common approaches.
• Successfully lead the Division of Nuclear Medicine in supporting the departmental and institutional objectives for excellence in the arenas of: clinical, teaching and education, research, administration, service, citizenship.

Job Qualifications:

Professional and Academic Experience Qualifications: 

• Medical Doctor degree and board certification in both Diagnostic Radiology (ABR) and Nuclear Medicine (ABNM).
• Academic rank of Associate or Full Professor.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in nuclear medicine interpretation and reporting.
• Experience in managing a team of physicians, scientists, residents/fellows, technologists, and support staff.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards related to nuclear medicine.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills. Track record of multidisciplinary research.
• Demonstrated commitment to high quality patient care and safety. A track record of developing tailored diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine regimens in complex clinical scenarios will be noted.
• Ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and to interact and communicate effectively.
• Experience with clinical program development and implementation.

In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human .

UHealth has a group of more than 1200 physicians and scientists, who collaborate to provide exceptional patient care, breakthrough research, and novel education to create an innovative approach to health care. Within the UHealth system, patients can participate in clinical trials and benefit from the latest discoveries that are fast-tracked from the laboratory to the bedside. Newer departmental initiatives that tie into the larger UM/UHealth system include incorporating AI to augment and triage the clinical workflow (via value partnership innovation agreements with major vendors), deploying data science and informatics algorithms to improve patient recapture of significant findings and ensure accurate billing, and implementing cutting-edge image acquisition, reconstruction, and quantitative analysis techniques.

In addition to the expanding regional footprint, the UHealth System is expanding its national and international care provided by our top ranked physicians, and has been progressively moving higher in the national clinical and research rankings. For example, UHealth also houses the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in South Florida, the top 40 ranked Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Meanwhile, our affiliate Jackson Health System (JHS) performs the most transplants in the country, for several years in a row. Thus, our system is uniquely poised to continue to rise in the national rankings as a top-tiered funded academic system.

The UHealth System and Miller School of Medicine is a leading academic medical center that serves the South Florida community and beyond. This is accomplished by:

• Delivering high-quality, compassionate health care
• Leading life-changing discoveries and transforming care through innovative research
• Educating the next generation of medical leaders
• Promoting the health and well-being of our community
• Nurturing diversity, equity, and inclusivity

A charismatic leader with a skillset of dynamic/active listening, excellent interpersonal communications, and a history of mentorship will be the optimal candidate to integrate and cultivate the culture of the University of Miami’s matrix organization. Miami is one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the United States; as such, qualified applicants of every ethnic origin, race, religion, culture, and persuasion are encouraged to apply.

Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until an ideal candidate is chosen. Applicants for this position should submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) and CV. The Letter of Interest should describe the applicant’s qualifications and experience, as well as include brief statements of research and teaching interests. The applicant should be prepared to provide at least 3 professional references upon future request.

Professional and Academic Experience Qualifications: 

• Medical Doctor degree and board certification in both Diagnostic Radiology (ABR) and Nuclear Medicine (ABNM).
• Academic rank of Associate or Full Professor.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in nuclear medicine interpretation and reporting.
• Experience in managing a team of physicians, scientists, residents/fellows, technologists, and support staff.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards related to nuclear medicine.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills. Track record of multidisciplinary research.
• Demonstrated commitment to high quality patient care and safety. A track record of developing tailored diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine regimens in complex clinical scenarios will be noted.
• Ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and to interact and communicate effectively.
• Experience with clinical program development and implementation.