Supervisor, Diagnostic Imaging – Northwest Houston
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, United States
The
Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor
oversees the daily operations of a section within
Diagnostic Imaging at the Northwest Houston Diagnostic Imaging Center .
The
Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor
is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care while coordinating clinical, technical, and operational activities across assigned imaging services. This role works closely with radiologists, technologists, nurses, and administrative partners to support seamless imaging operations.
The
Diagnostic Imaging Superviso r
plays a key role within
MD Anderson Cancer Center , a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor supports the institution’s mission by integrating patient care, research, and education to advance diagnostic excellence and improve patient outcomes locally and globally.
The ideal candidate for the
Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor
role brings a strong clinical imaging background, demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a healthcare setting, and the ability to maintain required licensure and certifications. This individual is collaborative, adaptable to dynamic clinical environments, and committed to patient safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Why Us?
This role offers the opportunity to directly support MD Anderson’s mission to eliminate cancer by ensuring exceptional diagnostic imaging services that impact patient care, research, and education. The Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor contributes to a high‑performing clinical environment, supports professional development of team members, and helps advance quality, safety, and patient experience while maintaining work‑life balance within a respected academic medical center.
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
Clinical Operations & Patient Care
Resolve clinical operations and patient care issues while performing patient care activities within professional scope of practice
Ensure patient, family, staff, and visitor safety through continuous environmental monitoring
Screen patients with implanted devices and manage clinical and research clearance processes
Recognize patient distress and initiate or assist with emergency response teams
Adhere to infection control practices, sterile technique, and safe contrast media administration
Apply age‑specific criteria and identify critical findings requiring immediate radiologist notification
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of imaging rooms, dressing rooms, and work areas
Safety, Compliance & Documentation
Maintain strict access control to clinical areas and follow all safety guidelines
Adhere to HIPAA requirements to protect patient privacy and confidentiality
Ensure accurate, complete, and timely patient documentation and demographic verification
Monitor radioactive material levels, decontaminate areas as needed, and dispose of materials appropriately
Document incidents, variances, and patient concerns in PSN and elevate within required timeframes
Leadership, Staffing & Communication
Demonstrate flexibility to patient care demands including schedule coverage and emergency ride‑out team responsibilities
Lead huddles, staff meetings, and chair events while completing shift reports and follow‑up
Foster a supportive learning environment for staff, students, and trainees through coaching and mentoring
Coordinate staff scheduling, Kronos responsibilities, and attendance at required training and events
Operational Excellence & Quality Improvement
Maximize productivity and patient flow by collaborating with multidisciplinary care teams
Manage scheduling capacity to minimize delays and improve patient on‑time starts
Assist with development and implementation of policies, procedures, and workflow improvements
Participate in quality and performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience
Perform downtime procedures during system failures and report operational gaps
Technical & Systems Oversight
Ensure technical proficiency, protocol adherence, and high‑quality imaging exams
Supervise equipment operation, quality assurance activities, and maintenance reporting
Ensure accurate data entry across RIS, PACS, CARE, modality systems, and billing platforms
Monitor productivity standards, error rates, equipment logs, and compliance with accreditation
Education
Required: Graduate of a Radiology Technology, Ultrasound Technology, or Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
Required: Associate’s Degree Applied Science degree.
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree Related field.
Work Experience
Required: 2 years Experience as a Registered Technologist.
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.
Licences 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.
Benefits
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.
Security and Integrity
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 179140
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: Hard
Work Location: Onsite
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: No
Relocation Assistance Available?: No
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Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor
oversees the daily operations of a section within
Diagnostic Imaging at the Northwest Houston Diagnostic Imaging Center .
The
Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor
is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care while coordinating clinical, technical, and operational activities across assigned imaging services. This role works closely with radiologists, technologists, nurses, and administrative partners to support seamless imaging operations.
The
Diagnostic Imaging Superviso r
plays a key role within
MD Anderson Cancer Center , a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor supports the institution’s mission by integrating patient care, research, and education to advance diagnostic excellence and improve patient outcomes locally and globally.
The ideal candidate for the
Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor
role brings a strong clinical imaging background, demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a healthcare setting, and the ability to maintain required licensure and certifications. This individual is collaborative, adaptable to dynamic clinical environments, and committed to patient safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Why Us?
This role offers the opportunity to directly support MD Anderson’s mission to eliminate cancer by ensuring exceptional diagnostic imaging services that impact patient care, research, and education. The Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor contributes to a high‑performing clinical environment, supports professional development of team members, and helps advance quality, safety, and patient experience while maintaining work‑life balance within a respected academic medical center.
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
Clinical Operations & Patient Care
Resolve clinical operations and patient care issues while performing patient care activities within professional scope of practice
Ensure patient, family, staff, and visitor safety through continuous environmental monitoring
Screen patients with implanted devices and manage clinical and research clearance processes
Recognize patient distress and initiate or assist with emergency response teams
Adhere to infection control practices, sterile technique, and safe contrast media administration
Apply age‑specific criteria and identify critical findings requiring immediate radiologist notification
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of imaging rooms, dressing rooms, and work areas
Safety, Compliance & Documentation
Maintain strict access control to clinical areas and follow all safety guidelines
Adhere to HIPAA requirements to protect patient privacy and confidentiality
Ensure accurate, complete, and timely patient documentation and demographic verification
Monitor radioactive material levels, decontaminate areas as needed, and dispose of materials appropriately
Document incidents, variances, and patient concerns in PSN and elevate within required timeframes
Leadership, Staffing & Communication
Demonstrate flexibility to patient care demands including schedule coverage and emergency ride‑out team responsibilities
Lead huddles, staff meetings, and chair events while completing shift reports and follow‑up
Foster a supportive learning environment for staff, students, and trainees through coaching and mentoring
Coordinate staff scheduling, Kronos responsibilities, and attendance at required training and events
Operational Excellence & Quality Improvement
Maximize productivity and patient flow by collaborating with multidisciplinary care teams
Manage scheduling capacity to minimize delays and improve patient on‑time starts
Assist with development and implementation of policies, procedures, and workflow improvements
Participate in quality and performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience
Perform downtime procedures during system failures and report operational gaps
Technical & Systems Oversight
Ensure technical proficiency, protocol adherence, and high‑quality imaging exams
Supervise equipment operation, quality assurance activities, and maintenance reporting
Ensure accurate data entry across RIS, PACS, CARE, modality systems, and billing platforms
Monitor productivity standards, error rates, equipment logs, and compliance with accreditation
Education
Required: Graduate of a Radiology Technology, Ultrasound Technology, or Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
Required: Associate’s Degree Applied Science degree.
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree Related field.
Work Experience
Required: 2 years Experience as a Registered Technologist.
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.
Licences 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.
Benefits
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.
Security and Integrity
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 179140
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: Hard
Work Location: Onsite
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: No
Relocation Assistance Available?: No
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