MRI Tech

Overview

Join our team as a variable shift, PRN, MRI Unit-A MRI Technician in Montclair, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.

People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.

Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Responsibilities

The MRI Technologist is responsible for producing diagnostic images safely using MRI technology.

Reviews patient's chart and/or physician's order to determine optimal imaging parameters for suspected pathology

Selects the proper imaging coil for the study

Performs imaging studies using proper scanning techniques and protocols

Works with physicians to optimize MRI sequences to produce the highest quality MRI image

Administers contrast media based on the patient's height and weight when ordered, including GFR screening and lab work

Screens patients and family members for MRI safety and contraindications

Verifies pregnancy status, when appropriate

Obtains MRI consent documentation when appropriate

Documents diagnostic and patient data in the appropriate record

Administers MRI safety, screens patients for contraindication (i.e., foreign bodies, medical indications)

Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure

On-call assignments as needed per Department of Radiology policy

Performs daily clerical duties, which include the use of HIS systems, patient scheduling, and other computer systems as added by the hospital

Perform any and all other duties assigned

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

High School Graduate/ GED required or Diploma from a Vocational/Technical school

1 year's experience

Must be MRI certified within one year of hire

BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Maintains CEU Credits.

Preferred Job Requirements

2-4 years' experience

American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certificate.

Prior MRI experience.

Experience with imaging equipment (scanners), patient care equipment, and filming equipment.

Experience with power injectors and storage devices.

Experience with Teleradiology system/PACS System.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education , and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.

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