MRI Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Akicita Federal is hiring MRI Technologists to deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging services for Veterans receiving care through the VA New Jersey Health Care System in Toms River, NJ. In this role, you will be a critical part of a multidisciplinary care team, ensuring Veterans receive accurate and timely MRI imaging that directly supports their diagnosis and treatment. We are filling two positions, and candidates can expect a stable, mission-driven work environment serving those who served our country.

- Perform MRI examinations on Veterans patients in accordance with established clinical protocols and physician orders

- Prepare and position patients for MRI procedures, explaining the process to ensure comfort, safety, and cooperation throughout the scan

- Operate MRI equipment to produce diagnostic-quality images, adjusting technical parameters as needed to optimize image quality

- Screen patients and staff for MRI safety contraindications, maintaining a safe magnetic environment at all times

- Document all imaging procedures accurately in the electronic health record, including patient history, scan parameters, and any relevant clinical observations

- Coordinate with radiologists and referring providers to communicate imaging findings, flag urgent results, and support continuity of care

- Maintain equipment readiness by performing routine quality control checks and reporting technical issues promptly

- Current, full, and unrestricted licensure or certification as a Radiologic Technologist with MRI specialty certification (ARRT MRI or equivalent)

- Demonstrated experience performing MRI imaging in a clinical or hospital setting

- Proficiency in patient positioning, MRI safety screening, and producing diagnostic-quality images across standard MRI sequences

- Ability to operate MRI imaging equipment and associated software used in diagnostic radiology workflows

- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems

- Ability to pass a government background investigation and meet VA credentialing and privileging requirements prior to start

What sets candidates apart:

- Prior experience working within a VA Medical Center or federal healthcare environment

- Familiarity with VA electronic health record systems such as VistA or Oracle Health (formerly Cerner)

- Experience across a broad range of MRI applications including musculoskeletal, neurological, abdominal, and cardiac imaging

- Additional ARRT certifications in related modalities (CT, radiography) that support cross-functional imaging department coverage

- A track record of high-quality patient interaction with veteran or underserved patient populations

About Akicita FederalAkicita Federal is a Native American-owned federal contractor delivering healthcare, clinical, IT, and program-support services across the Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other federal agencies. We hire the people who do the work — clinicians, analysts, engineers, support staff — and we treat them like the professionals they are.

Equal Opportunity EmployerAkicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93-638) where applicable.