MRI Safety Officer - Outpatient Imaging (Full-Time)

Outpatient Imaging Affiliates, LLC; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

UVA Imaging in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a full-time MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) to oversee MRI safety across its 4-outpatient imaging facilities. The MRSO will develop, implement, and monitor safety policies, procedures, and training to protect patients and staff while supporting radiologists and technologists.

Minimal patient scanning may be included as part of the role, with emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and accreditation readiness across the imaging centers.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years' experience as an MRI Technologist.
• Minimum associate's degree in Radiology or graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program.
• Current MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) certification or prepared to take exam.
• Certification as an MRI Technologist (ARRT(MR)) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of MRI experience in a clinical imaging environment.
• Strong knowledge of MRI physics, MRI safety principles, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the facility's designated MRI Safety Officer.
• Develop, implement, and maintain MRI safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Conduct MRI screening audits and ensure compliance with established safety protocols.
• Review and evaluate MRI-related incidents, near misses, and safety concerns; recommend corrective actions.
• Provide MRI safety education and ongoing competency training for staff.
• Assist in evaluation and approval of MRI-compatible equipment, implants, and devices.
• Collaborate with MRI technologists, radiologists, and referring providers regarding patient safety concerns.
• Participate in accreditation, regulatory inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain documentation related to MRI safety, staff training, and compliance activities.
• Stay current with evolving MRI safety standards, best practices, and professional guidelines.
• Assist in protocolling exams
• Perform patient MRI exams

Skills

MRI safety

Multitasking

Independent work

Documentation

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Radiology

Two-year radiology program graduate

Healthcare-related degree

ARRT(MR) certification or equivalent

Tools

MRI equipment operation

Imaging information systems

Job description

UVA Imaging in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a full-time MRI Safety Officer (MRSO) to oversee MRI safety across its 4-outpatient imaging facilities. The MRSO will develop, implement, and monitor safety policies, procedures, and training to protect patients and staff while supporting radiologists and technologists.

Minimal patient scanning may be included as part of the role, with emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and accreditation readiness across the imaging centers.