MRI Aide - Patient Care & Imaging Support (Day, Part-Time)

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an MRI Aide at Monmouth Medical Center in New Jersey. This part-time position supports the Radiology department by assisting MRI technologists, preparing patients, and handling clerical tasks to ensure smooth workflow.

The role involves patient care, safety compliance, scheduling, and billing support, with an hourly wage between $17 and $21. A BLS certification and high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic data entry and computer use.
• Understanding of safety standards and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and verify two patient identifiers prior to procedures.
• Verbal screening of patients and review MRI safety questionnaires to ensure compliance with MRI safety protocols.
• Assist patients with changing and preparation for MRI examinations.
• Assist MRI Technologists with patient positioning and exam room preparation.
• Support patient transfers to and from MRI tables utilizing wheelchairs, stretchers, and other approved transfer methods.
• Assist with patient care activities in MRI and other Radiology areas as needed.
• Maintain patient comfort and provide exceptional customer service throughout the imaging process.
• Stock MRI rooms and patient care areas with required supplies.
• Assist MRI Technologists with setting up coils and preparing MRI equipment to improve workflow efficiency.
• Prepare and load power injectors with contrast media and saline according to departmental protocols.
• Scan patient documentation into PACS and ensure accurate indexing and record maintenance.
• Retrieve and coordinate CDs, films, and imaging records for patients and providers as needed.
• Provide clerical support across Radiology service areas.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate imaging services.
• Perform reception and patient registration duties.
• Verify insurance authorizations and eligibility information.
• Collect and maintain required clinical and billing information.
• Process billing-related functions and apply appropriate charges within departmental systems.
• Coordinate appointments and communication with physician offices and clinical departments.
• Support film library and image management activities.
• Collaborate with section leads to ensure scheduling and operational efficiency.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Data entry

Safety awareness

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an MRI Aide at Monmouth Medical Center in New Jersey. This part-time position supports the Radiology department by assisting MRI technologists, preparing patients, and handling clerical tasks to ensure smooth workflow.

The role involves patient care, safety compliance, scheduling, and billing support, with an hourly wage between $17 and $21. A BLS certification and high school diploma are required.