MRI Technologist

RWJBarnabas Health; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks an MRI Technologist at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. The role focuses on high-quality diagnostic MRI imaging and patient safety during the examination.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders and patient charts, verifying identity, preparing patients, and maintaining privacy and comfort. Per Diem daytime schedule; NJ licensure required and ARRT MRI credential preferred.

Qualifications

• New Jersey State License as a Radiologic Technologist is required.
• ARRT registration in MRI is required.
• Successful completion of orientation and organizational requirements.
• Per Diem, Day schedule availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care while performing diagnostic MRI examinations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient care

Communication

Education

New Jersey Radiologic Technologist license

ARRT MRI certification

Tools

MRI imaging equipment

Job description

MRI Technologist

Req #: 0000264350

Category: Radiology / Imaging / Radiation

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: MRI

Pay Range: $59.81 - $80.05 per hour

Location: 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title: MRI Technologist

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: MRI

Req #: 0000264350

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $59.82 - $59.82 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

MRI Technologist - RWJBarnabas Health

A typical day for an MRI Technologist may include:

• Providing high-quality patient care while performing diagnostic MRI examinations.
• Reviewing physician orders, requisitions, and patient charts to ensure all necessary information is available before the examination.
• Verifying patient identity using appropriate forms of identification and ensuring accurate patient information is reflected on all images.
• Screening patients for allergies, contraindications, proper preparation, and MRI safety requirements prior to the procedure.
• Selecting the appropriate type and number of images necessary to provide physicians with the information needed for diagnosis and treatment.
• Preparing and positioning patients for examinations, including assisting patients onto and off the MRI examination table.
• Explaining procedures to patients and their families before, during, and after the examination to help reduce anxiety.
• Maintaining patient privacy, safety, comfort, and dignity throughout the examination.
• Remaining calm and responsive during emergency situations and responding to patient call bells as needed.

This role might be for you if:

• You are a licensed New Jersey Radiologic Technologist with specialized MRI credentials.
• You have strong attention to detail and take pride in producing high-quality diagnostic images.
• You enjoy working directly with patients and creating a safe, comfortable experience during their examination.
• You can exercise sound judgment and discretion while working in a clinical environment.
• You are comfortable following strict MRI safety and patient-identification procedures.
• You remain calm and professional when handling unexpected or emergency situations.

To be considered for this MRI Technologist opportunity:

• New Jersey State License as a Radiologic Technologist is required.
• ARRT registration in MRI is required.
• Successful completion of required orientation and applicable organizational requirements.
• Availability for a Per Diem, Day schedule.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer