Director, Diagnostic Services

Within the Diagnostic Services Department, the Director will be responsible for managing all aspects of Human Resources, performing quality management responsibilities, managing the department's financial resources, performing corporate management responsibilities that support and advance HHSC's goals and performing all cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested. The Director will be required to collaborate with other programs, e.g. clinical units, the University, and other programs for mutual problem solving and performance improvement projects. This individual will need to be responsive to the clinical needs of all hospital campuses.

Monday – Friday Days

This position is temporary until June 2026. 

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners. 

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All Internal applicants may apply online through the Careers website or by submitting a Competition Application Form. External applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. 

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact the Human Resources Service Centre at for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during the interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made. 
This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note\: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. 

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset 

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements\: 

-Article 30 (k) – CUPE Collective Agreement 
-Article 10.7 (d) – ONA Collective Agreement 
-Article b) (ii) – OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement 
-Article 14.04 – OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement 
-Article 2.07 and Article 13 – PIPSC RT Collective Agreement

1. Masters level preparation or other relevant education preferred. At minimum a background in Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent is required. Experience in multi site academic Diagnostic Imaging environment. In-depth knowledge of imaging technologies and information systems e.g. PACS.
2. 5 to 10 years of related experience in Diagnostic Imaging and Management
3. Demonstrated effective strategic, analytical and decision making abilities
4. Demonstrated excellence in communication, team building and the ability to initiate and model positive change
5. Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodology.
6. Demonstrated commitment to the Values of Service, Responsible Stewardship, Community Responsiveness and Respect.
7. Ability to lead in an environment that supports clinical excellence, continuous learning, innovation and research
8. Comfortable with use of financial and human resources operating systems.
9. Good interpersonal and negotiation skills.

The Director, Diagnostic Services (Director) will work in collaboration with the Chief Radiologist, Chief Nuclear Medicine and Chief Medical Diagnostic Unit (MDU) to lead the implementation of the strategic plan for Diagnostic Services. In partnership with the Chief Radiologist, Chief Nuclear Medicine, and Chief of MDU, the Director will be responsible for the administrative and medical services offered at all of the Hamilton Health Sciences (HHSC) hospitals. 

Diagnostic Services is comprised of Diagnostic Imaging, Nuclear Medicine/Nuclear Cardiology, Neuro/Cardiac Diagnostics with over 500 FTEs as well as medical Fellows and residents.