Program Manager - Neurodiagnostic Department

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

We’re looking for a Program Manager to lead our cutting‑edge Neurodiagnostic Program at Duke Health—a role at the intersection of innovation, strategy, and patient care. From inpatient and ICU EEG to EMU and advanced technologies, you’ll drive initiatives that redefine how we diagnose and treat neurological conditions.

Why This Role Matters:
You’ll oversee a dynamic program that powers breakthroughs in Neurodiagnostics, ensuring excellence in quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. This is your chance to lead a team of passionate professionals, implement next‑generation technologies, and make a real impact on patient outcomes.

• Shape strategy and growth for EEG services
• Lead talented teams and foster professional development
• Drive quality, compliance, and accreditation standards
• Champion innovation in infrastructure and technology
• Support research and education that advance the field

If you’re ready to innovate, inspire, and lead, we want to hear from you!

The Program Manager oversees the strategic, operational, and administrative functions of the EEG Laboratory program, including inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, ICU EEG, EMU, remote EEG/telemedicine, and related initiatives. This role ensures alignment with organizational goals, compliance with regulatory standards, and continuous improvement in quality, efficiency, and innovation.

• Coordinate and participate in meetings with faculty members to determine objectives of the program and/or center and to identify internal and external resources available to meet those objectives. Develop and implement program protocol, procedures, and operating policies.
• Lead the overall administration and performance of EEG-related services and programs.
• Collaborate with leadership to define program objectives, success metrics, and growth strategies.
• Develop and manage capital and operational budgets, monitor reimbursement changes (e.g., CPT codes), and establish productivity and quality benchmarks.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and adoption of new technologies across affiliated hospitals and regional markets.

• Develop and maintain clear job descriptions and competency standards for all program staff.
• Partner with leadership to recruit, onboard, and retain qualified personnel (technologists, engineers, research assistants, administrative staff).
• Ensure staff meet continuing education and credentialing requirements.
• Provide guidance and feedback to foster optimal performance and professional development.

• Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and technical standards in alignment with national and international guidelines.
• Oversee accreditation processes and ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitor and improve the quality of technical performance, interpretation accuracy, reporting timeliness, and billing processes.
• Implement robust quality improvement programs and safety protocols.

• Assess and optimize lab infrastructure, including facilities, equipment, software, and IT systems.
• Select and implement appropriate technologies to support program objectives.
• Ensure secure storage, archiving, and protection of patient health information.

• Develop educational materials and training programs for residents, fellows, and technologists…