MRI Tech Trainee: Hands-On Training in a Busy Center

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Presbyterian is excited to welcome an MRI Tech Trainee to our growing imaging team. This full-time role includes daylight shifts Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, with rotating weekend and holiday coverage and opportunities to train at the Lemieux Sports Complex and Rooney Sports Complex.

As an MRI Tech Trainee, you’ll receive structured, hands-on training through shadowing, protocol education, and CT training to prepare you to confidently perform MRI procedures independently under

Qualifications

• Structured hands-on MRI training and patient care experience.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Participate in comprehensive MRI training while shadowing licensed MRI Technologists.
• Safely screen patients for contraindications prior to MRI procedures.
• Educate patients on MRI exams to ensure comfort, understanding, and safety.
• Perform MRI scans using established protocols, procedures, and safety guidelines once competency is demonstrated.
• Accurately document patient histories and complete required paperwork.
• Demonstrate competency in scanning patients of all ages.
• Administer contrast for designated examinations.
• Perform daily quality control checks on MRI equipment as assigned.
• Maintain effective communication within and across departments.
• Represent the department with professionalism when interacting with patients, physicians, and colleagues.
• Assist with clerical duties and inventory management as needed.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all UPMC Imaging Services and hospital policies and procedures.

Job description

UPMC Presbyterian is excited to welcome an MRI Tech Trainee to our growing imaging team. This full-time role includes daylight shifts Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, with rotating weekend and holiday coverage and opportunities to train at the Lemieux Sports Complex and Rooney Sports Complex.

As an MRI Tech Trainee, you’ll receive structured, hands-on training through shadowing, protocol education, and CT training to prepare you to confidently perform MRI procedures independently under