MRI Technologist Trainee

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Presbyterian is actively seeking an MRI Tech Trainee to join our imaging team. The role offers full-time daylight shifts 8:00am–4:30pm, with rotating weekends and holidays, and opportunities to train at Lemieux and Rooney Sports Complex.

You will shadow licensed technologists, learn MRI protocols, safety guidelines, and patient education to prepare for independent MRI procedures. Under supervision, you will gain real-world experience in a fast-paced academic medical setting, meeting ARRT

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved School of Radiography.
• ARRT MRI certification is required after completion of training.
• Enrollment in advanced imaging programs (e.g., ARMRIT or Tesla Institute) is acceptable if aligned with program requirements.
• Must complete Pulse Radiology program within one year of hire where applicable.
• Maintains CPR and BLS certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in comprehensive MRI training while shadowing licensed MRI Technologists.
• 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 once competency is demonstrated.
• Accurately document patient histories and complete required paperwork.
• Demonstrate competency in scanning patients of all ages.
• 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.

Skills

Patient care

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Graduate of approved School of Radiography

ARRT MRI certification after training

Tools

MRI Equipment operation

Job description

UPMC Presbyterian is excited to welcome an MRI Tech Trainee to our growing imaging team!

This is a unique opportunity to build a strong foundation in MRI while learning side-by-side with experienced technologists in a fast-paced, supportive academic medical center.

This full-time role includes daylight shifts Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, with rotating weekend and holiday coverage. Also offering the opportunity 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 the guidance of a registered MRI Technologist, Proctor, or MRI Instructor, you\'ll gain real-world experience while developing the technical skills, safety knowledge, and patient-care expertise needed to succeed in MRI.

What you\'ll do

• 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

• Graduate of approved School of Radiography.

• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiology Technology.

• If not a graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology must be enrolled in an advanced imaging tech training program or currently enrolled in the ARMRIT program.

• If student is in the Tesla Institute, must have successful completion of phase 1 and phase 2 of the program.

• Must complete hands-on clinical competencies within a year of completing phase 1 and phase 2.

• If a student of Pulse Radiology, must have successful completion of 6 months of didactic and clinical training.

• Must complete Pulse Radiology program within one year of hire. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• ARRT, NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board), or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registered or must be enrolled in the Tesla Institute.

• ARRT MRI certification is required after completion of the training program:

• The maximum timeframe for completion of the program is 6 months with one extension available at 3 months.

• Required to sit for the ARRT exam no later than 3 or 6 months after completion of the training program.

• Must remain in the department for two (2) years after certification and registration are achieved.

• Failure to meet this requirement may result in the need to reimburse UPMC for expenses paid for participation in the program and/or becoming ineligible for promotion as an MRI Technologist.

• Failure to pass the exam and/or course will result in termination.

• Maintains current CPR certification.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or successful completion of BLS training and certification upon hire.

• ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) OR Tesla Institute

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran