How to hire a radiology supervisor

How to hire a radiology supervisor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step radiology supervisor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a radiology supervisor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new radiology supervisor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a radiology supervisor, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   A radiology supervisor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, radiology supervisors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of radiology supervisors.

   Type of Radiology Supervisor	Description	Hourly rate
   Radiology Supervisor	Radiologic technologists, also known as radiographers, perform diagnostic imaging examinations, such as x rays, on patients. MRI technologists operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners to create diagnostic images.	$22-58
   Diagnostic Technician	Diagnostic Technicians are specialists in the inspecting, maintenance, and repair of equipment or service. Diagnostic Technicians can be working in the automotive sector, inspecting and repairing cars, to performing ultrasound procedures in the healthcare industry... Show more	$14-37
   Computed Tomography Technologist	Computed tomography (CT) technologists use CT equipment to take images of a patient's body. CT technologists locate any possible internal injuries and diagnose related diseases... Show more	$16-50

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • ARRT
   • MRI
   • Ultrasound
   • Patient Flow
   • Interventional Radiology
   • Quality Patient Care
   • PET
   • Nuclear Medicine
   • Radiation Safety
   • Ct Scan
   • Pacs
   • Infection Control
   • Mammography

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage technical aspect of research in brain SPECT, take part in cardiac SPECT research.
   • Manage regulatory compliance and reporting activities with state and NRC agencies; handle employment issues.
   • Manage 36 staff and oversee operations of radiology and cardiology services.
   • Work with digital radiography and Pacs.
   • Train students and new hospital employees in ultrasound imaging and hospital policies.
   • Used ALARA to minimize patient dose.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your radiology supervisor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A radiology supervisor can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, radiology supervisors' average salary in alabama is 52% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level radiology supervisors 61% less than senior-level radiology supervisors.
   • Certifications. A radiology supervisor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a radiology supervisor's salary.

   Average radiology supervisor salary

   $76,586yearly

   $36.82 hourly rate

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   Entry-level radiology supervisor salary

   $47,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 16, 2026

4. Writing a radiology supervisor job description

   A radiology supervisor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a radiology supervisor job description:

   Radiology supervisor job description example

   Is responsible to assist the manager with daily operations and departmental initiatives. These include but are not limited to personnel management, customer satisfaction, innovation and risk taking, financial stability, sound unprejudiced judgment, corporate compliance ensuring compliance with safety practices and accreditation/licensure requirements. Is responsible for the organization, implementation and supervision of the technical activities of the Department through implementation and monitoring of policies/procedures as needed. Is proficient in the overall understanding of the patient flow and technologists flow within the Department. Assigns work unbiasedly through development of scheduled work hours for staff which support the mission and values of the hospital and the profession. Is able to take part in the operation of diagnostic imaging equipment and performing procedures in accordance with Department policy and procedures as needed. Operates within the "Standards of Ethics" of the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and the "Clinical Practice Standards" established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). Works together with physicians and other team members to assure excellent patient care and safety. Adheres to Parkview Standards of Behavior. Is able to cover call if applicable.
   Education:
   
   Satisfactory completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology (Imaging) program.
   
   Licensure/Certification:
   
   a) Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (Encourage advanced certification if applicable) b) Licensed with the Indiana State Board of Health If a new graduate, credentialed with State and ARRT within 90 days of employment. c) CPR Certification
   
   Experience:
   
   A minimum of two-years experience in radiology with an emphasis on supervision or leadership is required.
   
   Other Qualifications:
   
   Knowledge of imaging the various anatomical structures. Must be able to lift 75 lbs. , 150 lbs. shared lifting. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of general computer skills and applications. Must be available for call as needed. Demonstrate ability to multi- task and work independently using critical thinking skills. Shows impartial and excellent supervisory skills. Is able to trouble shoot equipment and is a team player.

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5. Post your job

   To find radiology supervisors for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any radiology supervisors they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level radiology supervisors with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   To find radiology supervisor candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as healthcarejobsite, health jobs nationwide, hospitalcareers, medreps.com.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting radiology supervisors requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new radiology supervisor

   Once you've found the radiology supervisor candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new radiology supervisor first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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