Technologist Assistant - MRI - Part Time

South Jersey Radiology Associates; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

South Jersey Radiology Associates in Voorhees, NJ seeks an MRI Technologist Aide to support MRI technologists and radiology staff. The role involves patient preparation, maintaining MRI safety, and ensuring a clean, stocked imaging environment for daily operations.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient movement, safety screening, room setup, and workflow management to help maintain schedules and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Professional patient care understanding and safety mindset.
• Ability to support MRI workflow and throughputs.
• Support staff with exam setup and patient positioning.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to the MRI suite.
• Assist with patient changing, positioning, and comfort during exams.
• Help transfer patients safely to MRI table or stretcher.
• Provide clear instructions and reassurance prior to exams.
• Monitor patient condition and report concerns.

Skills

Patient care

Safety awareness

Team support

Equipment prep

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assistant/CNA/radiology coursework preferred

Job description

Shift Details: Part Time 24+ hours weekly. Mon-Fri 3p-9p

Location: Voorhees

Position Summary

The MRI Technologist Aide supports MRI technologists and radiology staff in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. This role is responsible for assisting with patient preparation, maintaining MRI safety standards, facilitating workflow, and ensuring the imaging environment is clean, stocked, and ready for daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Support

• Greet and escort patients to and from the MRI suite
• Assist patients with changing, positioning, and comfort during exams
• Help transfer patients safely (bed, stretcher, wheelchair, MRI table)
• Provide clear instructions and reassurance to patients prior to exams
• Monitor patient condition and report concerns to the technologist

MRI Safety & Preparation

• Perform initial MRI safety screening and verify patient readiness
• Ensure compliance with MRI safety protocols (metal screening, zone access)
• Maintain awareness of MRI environment hazards and report concerns
• Assist with preparation of coils, immobilization devices, and exam setup

Workflow & Operational Support

• Prepare MRI rooms before each exam and reset between patients
• Clean and disinfect equipment and surfaces per infection control guidelines
• Maintain appropriate stock of linens, supplies, contrast materials, and coils
• Assist technologists with exam setup and throughput efficiency
• Support patient flow to minimize delays and maintain schedule integrity

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of medical assistant, CNA, or radiology-related coursework prefer