MRI TechnologistReq #:0000151631

Category:Radiology and Imaging

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:RWJ New Brunswick

Department:Plum St. Imaging

Location:

Main Hospital - New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Overview:

The MRI technologist functions under the direction of the MRI supervisors and the director of the Radiology Department. Primary responsibilities include technical, supportive and departmental responsibilities associated with the overall course of the diagnostic procedures. The MRI technologist has the knowledge and skills necessary to operate and maintain MR equipment in the cardiac MRI suite. The MRI technologist also performs duties associated with preparation of patients for MRI procedures. The MRI technologist demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the specific age categories of patients cared for (adolescents, adults and/or geriatrics).

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Graduate of an A.M.A. approved school of Radiography Education required.

• ARRT-MR Required

• May consider ARMRIT certification on the condition of obtaining ARRT-MR within one year of hire.

• One-year of previous RRT experience required.

• Must be able to communicate clearly and courteously with the above interrelationships.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.

Preferred:

• ARMRIT Licensure with MRI Certification preferred.

• 3 years MRI experience preferred.

• GE experience preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains all necessary MRI logs, paperwork and charts.

• Inventories and copies or orders any MRI associated paperwork.

• Appropriately assigns MRI procedural numbers.

• Maintains accurate procedural log of MRI patients.

• Appropriately completes all MRI associated procedural paperwork.

• Enters and completes patient charges for MRI.

• Correctly labels all patient optical disks, cd s, and films.

• Tracks all studies in RIS.

• Performs other supportive duties associated with the overall functioning of the Cardiac MRI Department.

• Transports patients to and from the MRI department as needed.

• Stocks MRI room and Prep room with all necessary supplies daily.

• Retrieves all necessary records, CD s patient files, etc. as needed.

• Files complete patient studies.

• Continuously maintains a clean and neat MRI room, Prep room and control room.

• The MRI technologist has the knowledge and skills necessary to operate the supportive equipment associated with MRI procedures.

• The MRI technologist demonstrates the knowledge and skills to prepare and care for patients undergoing MRI diagnostic procedures.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

+ + Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer