Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer

Payroll

Title:

RADLG SVC SUPV 2

Department:
Radiology

Hiring Pay Scale: $ - $200,000 / Year

Worksite:
Hillcrest

Appointment Type:
Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union:
Uncovered

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule:

Days, 8 Hour Shifts, Sunday - Saturday

Filing Deadline:
Thu 2/12/2026

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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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Annual Full Pay Range: $119,400 - $230,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $57.18 - $110.54

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

• 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 improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, accrediting body, and institutional regulations and standards of care related to MRI safety, quality assurance, and diagnostic effectiveness.
• Oversee or manage assigned MRI safety and imaging programs, including day-to-day operations, administration, audits, accreditation activities, and system-wide MRI scanner accreditation.
• Maintain accessibility and availability to support operational staff with MRI safety concerns, including partial remote responsibilities as required.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, staff, physicians, and leadership, promoting a culture of safety, service excellence, and collaboration.
• Responsible for updating, maintaining, and training staff on new procedures, protocols, and safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provides MRI safety oversight and operational support across multiple facilities and locations within the health system.

• Nine (9) years of related…