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How much do chief radiologic technologist jobs pay per week?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average weekly pay for chief radiologic technologist in the United States is $1,830.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,153.85 and $2,394.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Chief Radiologic Technologists in managing a radiology department?

Chief Radiologic Technologists often navigate challenges such as balancing administrative duties with clinical oversight, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. They are responsible for staff scheduling, equipment maintenance, and implementing new technology while fostering collaboration among radiologic technologists, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals. Successfully addressing these challenges requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to continuing education within the dynamic healthcare environment.

What are Chief Radiologic Technologists?

Chief Radiologic Technologists are senior medical imaging professionals who oversee the daily operations of a radiology department. They manage a team of radiologic technologists, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and maintain high standards for patient care. Their responsibilities include scheduling staff, maintaining equipment, implementing departmental policies, and sometimes participating in budgeting and administrative tasks. They serve as a liaison between technologists, radiologists, and hospital administration, helping to ensure efficient and effective imaging services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chief Radiologic Technologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chief Radiologic Technologist, you need advanced knowledge of radiologic procedures, supervisory experience, and certification as a radiologic technologist (such as ARRT certification). Familiarity with radiology information systems (RIS), picture archiving and communication systems (PACS), and compliance with safety regulations is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and ensure smooth department operations. These competencies are crucial for maintaining high standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient workflow in a radiology department.

What is the difference between Chief Radiologic Technologist vs Radiologic Technologist?

AspectChief Radiologic TechnologistRadiologic Technologist
CredentialsCertification (ARRT), experience, leadership skillsCertification (ARRT), technical training
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role, administrative tasks, team managementPerforming imaging procedures in hospitals, clinics
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, imaging centers, clinics, with leadership responsibilitiesHospitals, outpatient clinics, diagnostic labs

The Chief Radiologic Technologist oversees imaging departments, manages staff, and ensures quality standards, while the Radiologic Technologist primarily performs imaging procedures. Both roles require ARRT certification, but the chief position involves leadership and administrative duties.

More about Chief Radiologic Technologist jobs
Infographic showing various Chief Radiologic Technologist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 32% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,196 per year, or $45.8 per hour.
Chief Radiologic Technologist

Chief Radiologic Technologist

Rayus Radiology

Clackamas, OR

$45 - $65/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


RAYUS Radiology rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

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There is a $7,000 sign on bonus for this role!

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Chief Radiologic Technologist to join our team. Experienced MR/CT Techs looking to grow leadership skills are welcome to apply. Work 4 10's or 5 8's. You choose what works best with your schedule. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together! As a Chief Radiologic Technologist, you will beresponsible for supervising radiologic technologists in multiple modalities and/or across multiple centers, assuring professional standards and excellent customer service. This role operates scanner to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. The Chief Radiologic Technologist remains self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve, and maintains positive work relationships with radiologists.

The pay range for this role is $45.00 - $65.00 based on direct and relevant experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(80%) Patient Imaging

  • Screen each patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure the correct patient and procedure
  • Explain and prepare patients for scanning imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately imaged
  • Perform routine and advanced scanning imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to the patient throughout procedure
  • Adjust scanning parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
  • Maintain a positive attitude, and working relationships, with radiologist, referring customers and other team members and peers
  • Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients, and coworkers
  • Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
  • Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
  • Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
  • Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
  • Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines

(15%) Team Management

  • Demonstrates strong leadership skills and abilities, remaining approachable and objective
  • Manage all hiring and retention processes, responsible for initial and ongoing training of new & existing team members
  • Initiate and participate in team member performance evaluations, compensation, and development, and conduct performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions, and/or up to termination if necessary
  • Facilitate and lead regular team meetings and team member one-on-one (1:1) meeting's with each direct report team member and ensure your direct report leaders are doing the same.
  • Mentor and support team members, encouraging a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, accountability, and continuous learning and improvement
  • Manage team member schedules to provide for planned time off, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and adequate coverage
  • Evaluates workflow and implements process improvements for the team
  • Ensures team has knowledge of company and department policies and corresponding procedures are in place
  • Support team members to ensure that the highest level of patient satisfaction is consistently achieved
  • Develop and implement methods for measuring and monitoring team and department performance

(5%) Other Duties and Projects as Assigned


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