What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Radiologist – Residency Director position at Sage Veterinary Imaging?
Position Overview
Sage Veterinary Imaging Centers is seeking a board-certified Veterinary Radiologist to serve as Radiologist – Residency Director, providing leadership, oversight, and continued development of our expanding radiology residency program.
This role integrates clinical practice, teaching, and program management, with responsibility for ensuring a structured, high-quality training experience aligned with ACVR standards. In partnership with the CEO, Director of Radiology and Education, and supervising diplomates, the Residency Director will advance a program that bridges academic excellence and clinical practice, preparing residents for success across both environments.
This position is based in Austin/Round Rock, Texas, with an expected onsite presence of at least 60%. A full-time onsite arrangement is also available, with relocation support provided. For candidates unable to relocate, Supervising Diplomat discussions may be considered.
Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership
- Provide overall clinical management and direction for the radiology residency program
- Partner Director of Education to develop, evaluate, and refine program structure and goals
- Guide thoughtful program growth while maintaining consistency, rigor, and training quality
- Contribute clinical knowledge to initiatives that support the advancement of veterinary radiology education and specialty training
Curriculum & Educational Development
- Work closely with the Director of Education and supervising diplomates to ensure a cohesive, well-structured curriculum
- Oversee the didactic and case-based teaching, working with the Education team to facilitate its development.
- Ensure alignment between clinical exposure and educational objectives
- As the clinical subject matter expert for the Director of Education, supports the development of educational content grounded in active clinical practice.
Faculty Development
- Working with the Director of Education, support the onboarding, orientation, and development of clinical instructors
- Provide feedback and coaching to strengthen teaching effectiveness and consistency
- Foster a culture of engaged, accountable clinical educators
Resident Mentorship & Evaluation
- Provide direct mentorship to residents throughout their training
- Deliver timely, constructive feedback across clinical and educational settings
- Oversee resident progress, ensuring development of:
- Diagnostic and clinical reasoning
- Professionalism as defined by the ACVR and Sage Veterinary Imaging
- Readiness for board certification and independent practice
Clinical Practice & Teaching
- Maintain an active role in clinical radiology service
- Provide case-based and real-time teaching in the clinical environment
- Model a hybrid academic–private practice training environment, where teaching is embedded in high-quality, efficient clinical care
- Ensure residents are exposed to diverse case material, workflow expectations, and decision-making in a specialty setting
- Provide ongoing and adequate feedback
Internship & Research Development
- Collaborate on the structure and experience of interns with radiology exposure
- Support clinical research projects for interns and residents
Accreditation & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to ACVR training requirements and standards
- Coordinate with the Director of Education to ensure case logs, performance tracking, and required documentation is completed accurately and timely
- Maintain program readiness for accreditation review and reporting
Qualifications
- Board-certified Veterinary Radiologist (ACVR)
- Experience in clinical teaching, mentorship, or residency training
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Commitment to high standards in both clinical care and education
- Interest in building and evolving programs within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment
About the Role
This position offers the opportunity to help shape a residency program that reflects both academic rigor and the realities of modern specialty practice. The Radiologist - Residency Director will play a central role in developing radiologists who are not only well-prepared for board certification, but also confident, capable clinicians in a fast-paced, high-quality clinical setting.
Research indicates that individuals right out of residency often have a strong connection to teaching, and we encourage these candidates to apply. With structured support and ongoing mentorship, this role can be designed to support early-career radiologists in building confidence, growing their teaching skills, and transitioning successfully into independent practice.
What Sets You Up for Success
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized in a dynamic environment
- Strong prioritization and decision-making skills
- A calm, steady presence in a fast-paced clinical setting
- Self-directed and motivated, with a drive to build and improve programs
- Collaborative approach and comfort working within a small, engaged team
- Clear and effective communication skills, including delivering constructive feedback
- Ability to balance big-picture thinking with day-to-day execution
- Commitment to high standards in both clinical care and education
- Demonstrated interest in mentorship and developing others
Clinical Strengths
- Ability to interpret a high-volume, diverse imaging caseload (CT, MRI, radiographs, ultrasound) with accuracy
- Comfort maintaining efficiency and quality in a specialty referral environment
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to communicate imaging findings clearly with referring veterinarians and specialty teams
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 80% clinical/teaching and 20% education administration
- Health insurance with medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Very generous PTO
- Continuing education time off and stipend
- MRI fellowships, etc.
- 401K retirement with employer match
- Relocation assistance
- Collegial work with colleagues in a non-competitive structure with strong teaching and mentoring opportunities as well as opportunities for research
Application Process & Questions
To apply: https://jobs.gusto.com/postings/sage-veterinary-imaging-radiologist-residency-director-5509e4bd-cc69-4ab9-a7ff-40379a79452c
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