MRI Aide - Patient Care & Imaging Support

RWJBarnabas Health; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an MRI Aide to support the MRI team in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will help prepare patients, screen for safety, assist with transfers, and aid technologists to maintain efficient workflows and patient comfort.

You will verify identifiers, manage supplies, and help with imaging records while delivering compassionate care and high-quality service to patients undergoing MRI procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Ability to assist with patient transport and transfers.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ability to follow MRI safety protocols and departmental procedures.
• Availability to work Day Shift schedules and Per Diem as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and verify two patient identifiers prior to imaging procedures.
• Conduct verbal MRI safety screenings and review MRI safety questionnaires with patients.
• Assist patients with changing into appropriate attire before examinations.
• Help MRI Technologists prepare exam rooms and imaging equipment.
• Set up MRI coils and equipment to expedite patient table time.
• Load power injectors with contrast and saline per protocols.
• Assist with patient transfers to and from the MRI table using equipment.
• Transport patients safely to and from the MRI department.
• Stock MRI rooms and maintain supplies for daily operations.
• Scan patient documentation into PACS and ensure accurate billing in IDX.
• Obtain CDs, films, and imaging records as requested.
• Support MRI Technologists and Radiology staff with patient care and department needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operations.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma

AHA BLS Certification

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an MRI Aide to support the MRI team in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will help prepare patients, screen for safety, assist with transfers, and aid technologists to maintain efficient workflows and patient comfort.

You will verify identifiers, manage supplies, and help with imaging records while delivering compassionate care and high-quality service to patients undergoing MRI procedures.