MRI Technologist Trainee

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 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