Director of Pediatric Ultrasound - Academic - UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA

Director of Pediatric Ultrasound
UPMC Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh
Department of Radiology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Assistant/Associate/Professor, Non-Tenure (Full-Time)

The Department of Radiology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh (CHP) seek an outstanding academic pediatric radiologist to serve as Director of Pediatric Ultrasound. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to further advance a nationally prominent pediatric radiology division within one of the top-ranked childrens hospitals in the United States. This is an on-site position based at UPMC Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh.

Key Highlights:
The Director will provide visionary clinical, academic, and operational leadership for the Section of Pediatric Ultrasound within the Division of Pediatric Radiology, which includes over 17 pediatric radiologists and 2 advanced practice providers.
This role encompasses oversight of pediatric ultrasound services across UPMC Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh, Magee Womens Hospital (a primary delivery hospital with a Level III NICU), and affiliated regional sites providing pediatric imaging. The Director will lead efforts to standardize practices, enhance quality and patient safety, and improve operational efficiency across the network.
A key priority will be advancing innovation in pediatric ultrasound, including the spearheading the development and clinical integration of emerging technologies such as elastography, contrast-enhanced ultrasound, super-resolution imaging, and artificial intelligence applications.
The Director will also contribute actively to the departments academic mission by:

Providing high-quality clinical care
Leading educational initiatives, including workstation teaching and didactic conferences for residents and fellows
Mentoring trainees and junior faculty
Supporting technologist education in advanced ultrasound techniques
Strengthening multidisciplinary clinical collaborations

The successful candidate will play a central role in driving excellence in clinical care, innovation, and scholarship within the division.
Qualifications:
MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
Board certification in Radiology
Fellowship training and/or subspecialty certification (or eligibility) in Pediatric Radiology
Appointment at the rank of

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

, commensurate with experience
Demonstrated leadership experience with a strong record of clinical excellence, academic productivity, and teaching
What Can UPMC Do for You?
Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model

*PSLF Eligible
Highly competitive, rank-based academic compensation, academic incentives and

generous productivity bonus
Generous sign on bonus
Moving expenses
Substantial support for research, program development, and academic advancement
Access to state-of-the-art imaging technology and research infrastructure
A collegial, multidisciplinary environment within a leading academic medical center
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and CME Days plus allowance
Employer-paid Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Group Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance available for self, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents
Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan

with 50% employer match, plus

an employer-paid pension plan.

Participate in both!
About UPMC
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education.
Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania.
Our 100,000 employees _ including more than 5,000 physicians _ care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas.
UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price.
To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
About UPMC Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh
UPMC Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh is consistently ranked among the nations leading pediatric hospitals and performs the largest number of pediatric solid organ transplants in the United States.
As part of UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, the institution offers a highly collaborative and academically rich environment.
The Division of Pediatric Radiology is supported by the Pediatric Imaging Research Center (PIRC), providing robust infrastructure for clinical, translational, and imaging research.
Faculty benefit from strong institutional support for innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Our Values
At UPMC, were driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of

Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation

play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community.

Support a Diverse Workplace
UPMC respects that talent and skill are not limited but enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise staff brings to the workplace. Having a diverse employee presence at all levels provides a wealth of benefits. It ensures we have the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation required of a leading and forward-thinking integrated health care system.

If you are interested in this position or would like more information, please apply today or contact : Lori Leo,

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