X-Ray Tech: Day Shift in Pediatric Orthopedics

RWJBarnabas Health; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an X-Ray Technician for a Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:30pm shift in the East Brunswick area. The role involves high-quality diagnostic imaging, patient preparation, and radiation safety within a multispecialty orthopedic setting.

The position requires ARRT certification, NJ licensure, BLS, and AMA-approved Radiologic Technology education. This is an on-site role with routine collaboration with radiologists and clinicians.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in an x-ray department in a hospital or physician’s office.
• 1-3 experience as an x-ray technician performing diagnostic radiography.
• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Hold a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• Hold an active New Jersey Radiologic Technologist license (NJDEP).
• Maintains required BLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider through American Heart Association.
• Epic knowledge is a plus.
• Working with Carestream XR machine and Horizon Health Care PACS is a plus.
• Experience with non-weightbearing patients/stretcher patients is a plus.
• Knowledge of leg length series is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performing high-quality diagnostic imaging procedures while following established protocols to support accurate and timely diagnoses.
• Preparing patients for imaging exams by explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Positioning patients accurately and operating radiologic equipment to obtain optimal diagnostic images while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Applying radiation safety principles and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards to protect patients, colleagues, and yourself.
• Reviewing images for quality and completeness, identifying the need for additional views when appropriate, and communicating with radiologists and providers.
• Accurately documenting imaging procedures, patient information, and exam details within the electronic medical record and imaging systems.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care and ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintaining imaging equipment, monitoring supplies, and reporting equipment concerns to support uninterrupted patient care.
• Pursuing continued professional development through continuing education, advanced imaging opportunities, and organizational resources that support long-term career growth

Education

AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an X-Ray Technician for a Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:30pm shift in the East Brunswick area. The role involves high-quality diagnostic imaging, patient preparation, and radiation safety within a multispecialty orthopedic setting.

The position requires ARRT certification, NJ licensure, BLS, and AMA-approved Radiologic Technology education. This is an on-site role with routine collaboration with radiologists and clinicians.