MRI Supervisor - Hillcrest - 141673

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's Radiology MRI department seeks an MRI Supervisor to oversee licensed technologists, ensuring high-quality diagnostic imaging and patient care.

You will monitor staff utilization, review results, train staff on new techniques, and coordinate with radiology leadership on performance improvement. This role involves overnight and weekend hours and HR matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration or related field.
• BART or BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to obtain within 6 months.
• ARRT or ARMRIT MRI technologist registration.
• Five or more years of MRI experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversees MRI staff, productivity, and quality of care in a busy department.
• Trains technologists on new techniques, systems, and regulations.
• Ensures MRI safety compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Collaborates with radiology leadership on performance improvement.
• Oversees scheduling, staffing, and competency assessment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, healthcare administration or related area

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment

Apply by for consideration 10/1/2026 with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants

Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

The MRI Supervisor 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. 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. This role will provide patient care as needed. The MRI Supervisor will oversee the Hillcrest MRI team and have primary oversight of MRI safety compliance. This position is responsible for teams that work variable hours (overnight & weekends) and is expected to connect with these employees for HR and training matters as needed. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Nine (9) years of related experience, education/training; OR a Bachelor's Degree in business, healthcare administration or related area plus five (5+) or more years of relevant MRI experience/training.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART w/in 6 months of hire date.
• Registered Technologist for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) issued by ARRT or ARMRIT.
• Experience with subject matter knowledge of a radiology modality, with ability to apply principles to an acute care setting to ensure operations meet regulatory standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience as a Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO).
• One to three (1-3) years lead role or supervisory experience.
• Venipuncture certification.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $123,000 - $237,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $58.91 - $113.89

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).