MRI Technician, Per Diem

Overview

Job Title: PD MRI Technician

Location: Jersey City Medical Center
355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Department: MRI

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Req #:

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $57.80 per hour

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 operates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Performs MRI procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care. Monitors patient safety and comfort, and produces quality examinations for proper treatment and diagnosis by physician.

Required:

• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic

Certifications and Licenses

Required:

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology
• NJ License required

• Flex Schedule
• Coverage for day, evening and weekend shifts

• Adapts to new protocols and software upgrades
• Alerts Radiologist or Resident to questionable pathology prior to releasing patient
• Coordinates and schedules patients with other departments when applicable
• Demonstrates flexibility to scheduling changes in patient scheduling and work schedules
• Demonstrates knowledge of technical scanning and filming and clinical protocols
• Interviews and educates patients prior to MRI exam to ensure patient safety and alleviate patient fears, especially claustrophobic patients; explains procedure, keeps patient informed of progress and assists patients on and off scanner
• Maintains safety in the magnet suite; knowledgeable of non-ferrous vs ferrous materials and possible deflection of metallic surgical appliances
• Observes equipment for proper functioning; if malfunctions occur, troubleshoots and reports incident to supervisor
• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care
• Uses monitoring devices for all sedated and anesthetized patients
• Verifies physician orders and documents completion on inpatient charts

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer