Lead Radiologic Technologist Jobs

Lead Radiologic Technologist jobs are open across hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, urgent care networks, and health systems, from staff-level to supervisory, with specializations in MRI, CT, and fluoroscopy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

Find Jobs

Overview

Open roles2,374+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTridentCare
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type97% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

Showing 5 of 2,374+ Lead Radiologic Technologist jobs

CT / Radiologic Technologist (Full-Time) - Alamosa, CO
We won't show you this job again
New 1h ago
CT / Radiologic Technologist (Full-Time) - Alamosa, CO
Talented Medical Solutions
Alamosa, Colorado
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
$34 - $47.74/hr
BLS Certification

Have you applied for this role?

Radiologic Technologist
We won't show you this job again
New 2h ago
Radiologic Technologist
Franciscan Health
Indianapolis, Indiana
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
ARRT (R) Certification
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Radiologic Technologist
We won't show you this job again
New 3h ago
Radiologic Technologist
Keystone Health
Waynesboro, Pennsylvania
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Radiology / Imaging
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's

Have you applied for this role?

Radiologic Technologist
We won't show you this job again
New 3h ago
Radiologic Technologist
Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH
Chicago, Illinois
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
$32 - $37/hr
ARRT (R) Certification
501-1,000

Have you applied for this role?

Radiologic Technologist - Nights
We won't show you this job again
New 3h ago
Radiologic Technologist - Nights
Hospital Sisters Health System
O'Fallon, Illinois
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
$28.14 - $42.21/hr
BLS Certification

Have you applied for this role?

See All 2,374+ Lead Radiologic Technologist Jobs

Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Jobs

Lead Radiologic Technologist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • TridentCare147
  • US Department of Veterans Affairs50
  • GoHealth Urgent Care47
  • Kaiser Permanente43
  • UW Health38

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services442
  • Medical Devices55
  • Education50
  • Science & Research2
  • Staffing & Recruiting2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in lead radiologic technologist jobs.

  • ARRT certification in Radiography required, with additional modality certifications strongly preferred
  • Minimum of three to five years of clinical radiologic technology experience
  • Current state radiologic technology licensure where applicable
  • Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring, or coordinating a team of technologists
  • Proficiency with PACS systems and electronic health record documentation
  • BLS certification required, with ACLS certification preferred at high-acuity facilities

Tips for Your Lead Radiologic Technologist Job Search

Highlight your modality depth clearly

Lead roles require more than general rad tech experience. List every modality you operate confidently, your ARRT certifications by category, and any equipment vendors you know. Hiring managers scan for specific modality depth before reading anything else on your resume.

Show leadership impact with numbers

Lead positions are fundamentally supervisory. Quantify the team size you coordinated, the throughput improvements you drove, or the protocol changes you implemented. Vague claims like 'assisted with workflow' won't distinguish you from staff-level applicants.

Target postings by facility type intentionally

A lead role at a trauma Level I hospital differs sharply from one at a freestanding outpatient center. Read the posting for patient volume, case mix, and reporting structure before applying so your cover letter addresses what that specific environment actually needs.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists lead radiologic technologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for competency and scenario questions

Expect interviewers to ask how you handle a contrast reaction mid-scan, resolve a technologist scheduling conflict, or enforce radiation safety compliance. Prepare two or three real examples from your current role covering both clinical judgment and staff management situations.

Negotiate shift differentials alongside base pay

Lead rad tech offers often include evening, weekend, or on-call differentials that significantly change total compensation. Ask the recruiter to detail the differential structure before you evaluate any offer, and confirm whether the lead stipend is built into the hourly rate or listed separately.

Lead Radiologic Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most lead radiologic technologists?

The companies hiring the most lead radiologic technologists right now include TridentCare, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and GoHealth Urgent Care, with the largest share of openings in California, Wisconsin, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems with large inpatient imaging departments consistently post the highest volume of lead-level openings.

How many lead radiologic technologist jobs are remote?

About 4% of lead radiologic technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of most imaging roles. Teleradiology coordination, scheduling oversight, and quality assurance review positions account for the bulk of remote or hybrid arrangements available at the lead level.

How do you become a lead radiologic technologist?

Start by completing an accredited radiologic technology program and earning ARRT certification in Radiography. Build several years of clinical experience across multiple modalities, then pursue additional ARRT certifications in CT or MRI to broaden your scope. Demonstrate reliability in charge or float roles, take on protocol audits or preceptor duties, and apply to lead or senior postings once you have documented supervisory contributions.

Can you get hired as a lead radiologic technologist with limited experience?

Most employers require at least three years of clinical experience before considering candidates for lead roles, but how you frame that experience matters. If you've acted as a charge tech, trained new hires, audited image quality, or managed equipment downtime even informally, document those contributions explicitly. Some outpatient or smaller facilities post lead openings with lower experience thresholds when the supervisory responsibilities are lighter.

What does the lead radiologic technologist interview process look like?

Most hiring processes include a phone screen with HR, a clinical interview with the radiology manager or director covering modality competency and protocol knowledge, and a scenario-based conversation about managing staff performance or patient safety incidents. Some facilities add a brief skills walkthrough or department tour. References from a supervising radiologist or prior manager are typically requested before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to lead radiologic technologist jobs?

You can find and apply to lead radiologic technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your modality experience, preferred facility type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

See All 2,374+ Lead Radiologic Technologist Jobs

Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Jobs