As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist in the United States is $112,835. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $100,956 to $130,269, with most professionals earning between $90,141 and $146,142.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $130,269 | $10,856 | $2,505 | $63 |
| Average | $112,835 | $9,403 | $2,170 | $54 |
| 25th Percentile | $100,956 | $8,413 | $1,941 | $49 |
An entry-level Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist with less than 1 year of experience earns about $107,752. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $108,103. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $108,980. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $110,383, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $113,412.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist | $107,752 |
| Intermediate Level Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist | $108,103 |
| Senior Level Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist | $108,980 |
| Specialist Level Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist | $110,383 |
| Expert Level Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist | $113,412 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 2% |
| Experienced | 1% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $134,495 in 2023 to approximately $133,222 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $112,835 | 72.6% | ||
| Bonus | $841 | 0.5% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $8,696 | 5.6% | ||
| 401K/403B | $5,570 | 3.6% | ||
| Disability | $1,819 | 1.2% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,371 | 4.1% | ||
| Pension | $4,774 | 3.1% | ||
| Time Off | $14,428 | 9.3% | ||
| Total Compensation | $155,335 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 3.2% |
| High School | 19.4% |
| Associates | 16.1% |
| Bachelors | 41.9% |
| Masters | 16.1% |
| Doctorate | 3.2% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist is $112,835. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist is $54; the average weekly pay of Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist is $2,170; the average monthly pay of Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist is $9,403.
A Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist is $141,608.
The highest pay for Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist is $146,142.
The lowest pay for Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist is $90,141.
Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist directs the Diagnostic Imaging Department's operations including nuclear medicine, MRI, radiology, computer-assisted tomography and ultrasound. Supervises new testing procedures and related protocol. Being a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist regulates the maintenance of departmental facilities, supplies, equipment, and material in a manner to promote health, comfort, and efficiency. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience.
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