Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer

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The Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer supervises licensed technologists providing diagnostic and patient care services. Monitors staff utilization and productivity, reviews test results to ensure appropriate application of equipment and imaging systems. Oversees operations of radiology services, ensuring adherence to productivity and quality standards, as well as internal policy and external regulations. Adjusts protocols as needed to achieve high quality results.

Participates in quality improvement initiatives. Recommends improvements to departmental procedures and policies to provide patients with the highest quality services. Trains radiology technologists on new techniques, systems, operations and regulations. Mentors staff in meeting professional goals and developing growth areas. Consults with radiology leaders on developing strategies for performance improvement. Assists management in coordinating staff development, training, and competency assessment.

Communicates regularly across services to assure quality diagnostic services, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams related to improvements in patient care or operations. Participates in recruiting and conducts new employee orientation. Evaluates performance and competency and defines development goals. Recommends changes in staffing and budget to ensure the efficient operation of Radiology Lab. Serves as a role model for assigned staff. Must be proficient and comfortable with all protocols and equipment across the department to help shadow and re-educate technologists on workflows.

High emphasis on MRI safety. This role will provide patient care as needed. Other duties as assigned.

• Serve as the MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) with authority and accountability for day-to-day MRI safety operations across assigned departments, including supervision of staff either directly or indirectly.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge and proficiency in all MRI testing procedures, clinical operations, and safety standards, acting as a clinical and technical resource to MRI technologists, students, physicians, and operational staff.
• Collaborate with MRI leadership (MRMD/MRRD, Managers, Supervisors, Imaging Physics, and Executive/Associate Directors) to develop, implement, enforce, and audit MRI safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Develop, document, update, and introduce safe working procedures for the MRI environment in accordance with ACR guidelines and applicable regulatory standards.
• Ensure MRI safety practices are consistently enforced, including screening, zoning, access control, equipment testing/labeling, emergency procedures, and MRI-safe practices.
• Provide expert safety consultation for non-routine MRI procedures and special patient populations, including patients with implants, metallic foreign bodies, tattoos, research protocols, and other MRI-related risks.
• Oversee MRI protocol development and changes in conjunction with Imaging Physics to ensure compliance with all state, federal, accreditation, and system safety requirements.
• Ensure all MRI-related equipment entering restricted MRI zones is tested, approved, documented, and clearly labeled according to safety standards.
• Maintain and ensure accuracy of all MRI safety documentation, including policies, work instructions, emergency procedures, equipment inventories, and personnel training records.
• Develop, deliver, and monitor initial and ongoing MRI safety education and competency training for all staff who work in or around the MRI environment, including medical, technical, nursing, ancillary, and management personnel.
• Ensure senior leadership and management are informed of MRI safety training requirements, policies, and compliance expectations.
• Provide leadership, operational support, and technical guidance across imaging sections to support program implementation, regulatory compliance, and continuous…