MR Safety Officer (MRSO) - Barnes

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BJC HealthCare is seeking a Full-Time MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) Technologist for Barnes-Jewish Hospital. This role focuses primarily on ensuring MRI equipment operates safely, with significant contributions to safety policy development and implementation. Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth amid world-class radiology professionals.

Benefits

Generous Benefits Package including PTO

Tuition Assistance from day one

401K with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.
• Proven experience as an MRI Technologist.
• Strong understanding of MRI safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safe operation of MRI equipment and compliance with protocols.
• Conducts safety assessments and monitors hazards.
• Collaborates with radiology leadership to implement safety policies.

Skills

MRI Safety Protocols

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Education

Associate degree or higher

Certification as an R.T.(R) and R.T.(MR)

Certified MRI Safety Officer (MRSO)

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

BJC HealthCare System is hiring a Full-Time MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) Technologist for Barnes-Jewish Hospital MRI department.

Newly increased 2025 Imaging Pay Rates!!!!

Position Summary:

• Day Shift Hours (Mon – Fri)
• NO Call!!!
• This is primarily an MRSO position (approximately 90%), with a small component of MRI scanning (about 10%).
• MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) Technologist
• Responsible for ensuring the safe operation of MRI equipment while maintaining compliance with all safety protocols.
• The MRSO collaborates with radiology leadership to develop, implement, and monitor safety policies and procedures related to MRI procedures and equipment.
• Serve as the designated MRI Safety Officer (MRSO), overseeing safety protocols related to MRI environment.
• Conduct safety assessments, monitor hazards, and enforce safety policies related to MRI procedures, equipment, and patient care.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher.
• Certification as a Registered Technologist in Radiography (R.T.(R)) and in MRI (R.T.(MR)) through ARRT or equivalent.
• Certified MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) — certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Experience:

• Proven experience as an MRI Technologist, with a strong understanding of MRI safety protocols.
• Knowledge of MRI equipment, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

• MR, Radiology, Medical Imaging, ARRT, ASRT, Radiologic, Rad Tech, Radiographer, Rad Tech, Radiology Tech, Medical Imaging, RT, ARRT, MR Safety Officer magnetic resonance safety

Why Join Us?

• Work with a highly skilled, compassionate, supportive, and caring team.
• Growth Opportunities to learn new skills and advance (cross-train).
• Generous Benefits Package with PTO and Tuition Assistance beginning on day 1.
• Several Retirement Options including a 401K plan and either a Pension Plan or a 403 (b).

Next Steps:

• If selected to move forward with Interview Process, a Talent Advisor will contact you via email for a screen

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognized for its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

At Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists find a fast-paced environment that tests their judgment and critical thinking skills, encouraging tremendous growth. It's an exhilarating place to build a radiology technician career. Here, you'll work with world-renowned surgeons and radiologists and the latest radiographic technologies and treatments. People from all over the nation and the world come to Barnes-Jewish for our diagnostic imaging resources.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) collaborates with department leadership and MRI Medical Director to ensure MRI safety policies, procedures, and education are maintained and implemented according to safe practices and regulations. The MRSO is responsible for MRI safety under the guidance of the MRI Medical Director.

Responsibilities

Oversees MRI equipment activities, ensuring measures to minimize risks, testing and labeling equipment for MRI Zones III and IV, and providing safety education to Level 1 and Level 2 personnel (including students).

Serves as the subject matter expert for MRI safety inquiries and ensures proper safety screening and education for personnel requiring MRI environment access.

Coordinates, schedules, manages implant research, and facilitates daily workflow for active device management (e.g., pacemakers, stimulators).

Participates in the MRI safety program, assists with department projects and protocols, and collaborates with physicists/MRSE/MRMD as needed.

Maintains core MRI scanning competencies and provides patient care as part of daily duties.

This is a safety-sensitive position; the ability to work alertly and safely is essential.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Associate or Trade School Equivalence

Experience

2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

None required

Licenses & Certifications

MRSO

R.T.(MR)

Preferred Requirements

Experience

5-10 years

Licenses & Certifications

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC, we’re committed to providing benefits and resources to support your well-being in all aspects of life.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services from day one.
• Disability insurance paid by BJC.
• Pension Plan/403(b) funded by BJC.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition Assistance from day one.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
• Paid Time Off including vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days.
• Adoption assistance.

More details at www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Benefits may vary by position.

This description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer.