Xray Technician - River Edge, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; River Edge (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an X-Ray Technician for our Barnabas Health Medical Group facility in River Edge, NJ. The role involves performing diagnostic imaging with attention to patient comfort and safety, while supporting providers with evaluation and procedures.

Ideal candidates hold ARRT and NJ state licenses, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of x-ray department experience. EPIC knowledge is a plus, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and patient communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year experience in an x-ray department in a hospital or physician’s office.
• 1-3 years experience as an x-ray technician performing diagnostic radiography.
• ARRT certification and New Jersey state license required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• CPR certification (AHA) required; EPIC knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take approximately 40 x-rays per day with multiple views for various procedures.
• Assist physicians with evaluation, treatment and special procedures.
• Coordinate reading of all x-ray films with physicians.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Prepare patients for physician evaluation and explain procedures.
• Log x-ray films accurately and maintain filing and documentation.
• Operate basic radiology equipment and oversee film production as needed.
• Represent the clinic professionally in person, by phone, and in writing.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Continuous learning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ARRT certification

New Jersey state license

Tools

Carestream XR machine

Horizon Health Care PACS

Microsoft Word

Outlook

EPIC

Job description

Job Title: Xray Technician

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department Name: MG Orthopedics North

Req #: 0000266980

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $42.34 - $54.89 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.

At RWJBarnabas Health, X-Ray Technicians become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, precision, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This X-Ray Technician role offers opportunities for professional growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. As a X-Ray Technician, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging while ensuring patients feel informed, comfortable, and cared for throughout their experience. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every X-Ray Technician is encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

Practice location:130 Kinderkamack Rd, Suite 300, River Edge, NJ

A typical day for an X-Ray Technician may include:

• 40 x-rays per day
• Multiple views for Sports Medicine, Trauma and Joint Replacement, Upper Ext, Lower Ext, and Spine
• Assists physician with evaluation and treatment of patient
• Assists physician with special procedures
• Coordinates the reading of all x-ray films with physician
• Initiating and maintaining correspondence with patients and insurance companies
• Maintains accurate record of all x-ray films to include appropriate log entries, x-ray documentation for jackets and accurate filing of films
• Performs basic functions such as photocopying, scanning and faxing
• Performs basic radiologist tests and oversees the production of x-rays
• Prepares patients for physician evaluation
• Relays information to patients regarding preparation of laboratory tests and examinations Arranges examining room instruments and equipment and keeps the examining rooms neat and clean
• Represents the clinic in a professional manner in person, in telephone conversations, and in written correspondence
• Respects and maintains privacy and dignity of patients and assures patient confidentiality at all times
• Takes patients’ medical history, information pertaining to the patients’ visit to the doctor and record vital signs of patients to help the doctor with diagnosis

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Attention to detail and technical precision guide your work every day
• You remain calm and adaptable while managing a fast-paced clinical environment
• Patient safety and delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging are your top priorities
• You enjoy working collaboratively with providers and interdisciplinary care teams
• Continuous learning and professional growth motivate you
• Creating a positive, reassuring patient experience is central to your approach

To be considered for this X-Ray Technician opportunity, you must:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 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
• Certification by American Registry of Radiographic Technologist license and New Jersey state license
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook is required
• CPR Certification approved by AHA
  Preferred:
• 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