Director, Clinical Engineering & Healthcare Technology Management

About The Job

MU Health Care is seeking a high-impact leader to guide Clinical Engineering and Healthcare Technology Management across the health system. This role is crucial for overseeing medical equipment and clinical technologies essential to safe, effective care. Reporting to the Health System COO, the Director will lead strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and drive innovation in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Shift

Exempt Employee – Standard Day Shift

Department

Clinical Engineering

Compensation Base Pay Range

$117,000.00 - $190,000.00 (based on experience)

About Mu Health Care

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row. Our inspiring, hard-working, and collaborative culture drives our mission to save and improve lives. With seven hospitals, including a Level 1 Trauma Center and Children's Hospital, and over 90 specialty clinics, there are numerous clinical and nonclinical positions to explore. Learn more about MU Health Care and living in mid-Missouri.

Employee Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels, and more

Detailed Job Description

Leads departmental strategy for biomedical and radiology equipment technologies, aligning operations with health system goals and emerging models of care. Develops policies, procedures, and performance standards to ensure quality service delivery, regulatory readiness, and operational excellence. Oversees clinical engineering, biomedical support services, radiology equipment technologies, and equipment lifecycle management, including acquisition, maintenance, repair, and decommissioning. Guides the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new technologies and capital equipment in collaboration with clinical and administrative stakeholders. Directs compliance with all applicable and relevant regulatory and accreditation requirements. Establishes and manages the departmental budget, including forecasting, capital planning, and cost-containment strategies. Leads vendor negotiations, manages service contracts, and oversees all service strategies to ensure optimal performance and value. Drives innovation and standardization in equipment integration, device connectivity, and interoperability with clinical information systems. Collaborates with Information Technology and Clinical Operations to optimize the safety and effectiveness of connected medical devices. Leads departmental quality improvement initiatives. Leads a culture of safety through proactive risk mitigation and continuous quality improvement, taking measures to evaluate regulatory readiness routinely. Monitors and analyzes safety and performance metrics to identify trends and implement corrective actions for staff and/or patients as appropriate. Oversees the development, coordination, and maintenance of daily staffing schedules to ensure the appropriate level of coverage and continuity of care across units. Directs the implementation and oversight of MU Health Care time and attendance policies and practices. May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Leads across clinical and administrative domains with advanced strategic thinking, aligning operations with evolving care models and system priorities
• Guides large, cross-functional teams through transformations—such as service expansion or redesign—while fostering engagement and accountability
• Oversees complex budgets and ensures regulatory readiness, driving quality, efficiency, and sustainable outcomes through cross-sector initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, clinical engineering, healthcare technology management, or a related field
• Master’s degree in a related area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired
• Seven (7) years of related experience in biomedical engineering or clinical technology services, with at least three (3) years in a leadership role

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical Engineering (CCE) certification by the American College of Clinical Engineering (ACCE) or Certified Healthcare Technology Manager (CHTM) certification by the AAMI Credentials Institute (ACI), or equivalent professional credential
• Experience in a large academic medical center or integrated health system
• Proficiency in medical device connectivity, IT integration, and clinical systems interoperability