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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a highly skilled Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor to support theranostic imaging operations within Theranostics Clinical Operations. The Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor will play a critical role in ensuring precise coordination of advanced imaging protocols that require specialized expertise, detailed research documentation, and accurate radiopharmaceutical handling. This role is essential to expanding same-day imaging capacity and supporting overlapping research protocols while maintaining patient safety and workflow efficiency.

The Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor at UT MD Anderson will oversee daily operational functions in a fast-paced, research-driven environment focused on innovation in cancer care. UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor will contribute directly to sustaining program growth, supporting study activation, and ensuring high-quality patient care across imaging locations.

The* ideal candidate* for the Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor role will bring a strong combination of advanced education in medical imaging or a related field, progressive experience in diagnostic imaging or theranostic research environments, and relevant professional certifications. Candidates should demonstrate leadership capabilities, operational oversight experience, and expertise in managing complex imaging workflows and compliance requirements. Candidate must be Nuclear Medicine certified due to the responsibilities of handling radiopharmaceutical.

Why Us?

Working as a Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor at UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to directly impact patient care and innovative cancer research in a highly specialized imaging environment. This role supports professional growth through leadership responsibilities, collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, and participation in cutting-edge theranostic programs while helping maintain operational excellence and work-life balance.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.

• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.

• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Operational Oversight

• Oversee daily imaging operations to ensure efficient execution of theranostic protocols

• Manage schedules to support expanded same-day capacity and overlapping procedures

• Assign tasks to staff to optimize workflow efficiency and patient throughput

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet increasing operational demands

Staff Leadership & Development

• Support training and onboarding of Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs)

• Provide ongoing guidance to maintain high performance and technical expertise

• Reduce overtime and staff burnout through effective workforce management

Research & Compliance Management

• Maintain detailed research documentation to support study protocols

• Ensure compliance with radiopharmaceutical handling and regulatory requirements

• Coordinate Site Initiation Visits (SIVs) and required research-related meetings

• Strengthen data integrity across all imaging-related research activities

Patient Care & Safety

• Monitor specialized imaging procedures requiring extended scan times

• Ensure proper patient monitoring during complex theranostic protocols

• Address workflow challenges to minimize risks to patient safety

Communication & Coordination

• Facilitate clear communication among clinical, research, and operational teams

• Troubleshoot operational issues to maintain workflow stability

• Improve scheduling flexibility to enhance patient and sponsor access

EDUCATION

• Required: Graduate of a Radiology Technology, Ultrasound Technology, or Nuclear Medicine Technology program. or

• Required: Associate's Degree Applied Science degree.

• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: 2 years Experience as a Registered Technologist. and

• Required: 1 year Lead/supervisory experience.

• : Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: CMRT - Cert Medical Radiologic Tech Licensure by the Texas Medical Board (TMB). Upon Hire and

• Required: ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). Upon Hire or

• Required: NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB). Upon Hire or

• Required: ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Upon Hire

• Preferred: Certified/registered in respective modality. Upon Hire

• Preferred: CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire

*OTHER REQUIREMENTS: *Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 181155

• Employment Status: Full-Time

• Employee Status: Regular

• Work Week: Days

• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 95,000

• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 118,500

• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 142,000

• FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rate

• Fund Type: Soft

• Work Location: Onsite

• Pivotal Position: Yes

• Referral Bonus Available?: No

• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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