Voices of Experience · Podcast
Season 2Episode 7February 2026

Next in Line

The next generation of radiology leaders is rewriting recruiting around trust, transparency, and showing up.

Hosted by Dianne Keen  ·  with Raquel Roman, Radiology Consultant/ Recruiter
Guest
Raquel Roman
Raquel Roman
Radiology Consultant/ Recruiter
“You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to be willing to show up and care.”
Raquel Roman, Radiology Consultant/ Recruiter
17 years
From intern to running her own business
20 hours
A week, as the marketing intern it started with
Not 100%
What a candidate gets, and why flexibility closes deals
About this episode

Recruiting, mentorship, and leading with authenticity

In this kickoff episode of the new Next in Line mini-series, Dianne Keen is joined by Raquel Roman, an emerging leader already making her mark in radiology. Raquel shares how her career evolved over more than 15 years, from early roles in marketing and private practice to launching her own consulting business. Together, they discuss the realities of today’s radiology workforce, including competitive recruiting, changing expectations around work-life balance, and the need for transparency and strong relationships. The conversation also highlights leadership, mentorship, and the importance of showing up with authenticity as the next generation helps shape the future of radiology

In this episode

Key discussion points

Redefining Radiology Recruiting: A candid look at today’s competitive hiring landscape, how radiologists’ expectations are shifting, and why transparency, flexibility, and trust are now essential to successful recruiting.
People First, Not Positions: Why investing in relationships, asking better questions, and understanding what physicians and practices truly want leads to stronger matches and more sustainable growth.
Leading with Intention: A thoughtful conversation on mentorship, self-advocacy, and setting healthy boundaries, and how emerging leaders can show up authentically while building meaningful, long-term careers in radiology.

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