Xray Technician

Job Title: Xray Technician

Location: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department Name: Pediatric Orthopedic Associate

Req #: 0000262419

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $43.20 - $55.99 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.

X-Ray Technician - RWJBarnabas Health

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.

This is a Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm position for a multispecialty Orthopedic practice

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

• Performing high-quality diagnostic imaging procedures while following established protocols to support accurate and timely diagnoses
• Preparing patients for imaging exams by explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the process
• Positioning patients accurately and operating radiologic equipment to obtain optimal diagnostic images while minimizing radiation exposure
• Applying radiation safety principles and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards to protect patients, colleagues, and yourself
• Reviewing images for quality and completeness, identifying the need for additional views when appropriate, and communicating with radiologists and providers
• Accurately documenting imaging procedures, patient information, and exam details within the electronic medical record and imaging systems
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care and ensure efficient workflow
• Maintaining imaging equipment, monitoring supplies, and reporting equipment concerns to support uninterrupted patient care
• Pursuing continued professional development through continuing education, advanced imaging opportunities, and organizational resources that support long-term career growth

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:

• 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
• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology
• Hold a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
• Hold an active New Jersey Radiologic Technologist license (NJDEP)
• Maintains required BLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider through American Heart Association
• 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

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!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer