Rad Tech - MRI Apprentice

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Two weeks parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI seeks a Radiologic Tech – MRI Apprentice. Program starts November 9, 2026, 100% FTE, with classes at 610 N Whitney Way and clinical experiences at University Hospital and UW Health clinics across Madison.

You will complete the program, obtain ARMRIT certification in 14 months, and progress from supervised imaging to independent procedures as you advance through competency-based instruction.

Qualifications

• College coursework, including college level science in addition to the experience below.
• Six months of direct patient care experience required.
• ARMRIT Certification within 14 months is required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR within 3 months is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical imaging examinations under general supervision with MRI equipment.
• Participate in competency-based classroom and clinical instruction and progress to independent procedures.

Skills

Patient care experience

MRI imaging basics

Education

College coursework with science

Tools

MRI equipment operation

Job description

Description
Program starts November 9, 2026. 100% FTE, schedule is 7:30AM – 4:00PM. You will attend classes at 610 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI and participate in clinical experiences at University Hospital, UW Health Sports Medicine Clinic, 1 South Park Street clinic and UW Health East Madison Hospital.

Be part of something remarkable

Start your career in radiology at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Radiologic Tech – MRI Apprentice to:

• Complete the program and obtain an ARMRIT certification in 14 months.
• Participate in competency-based classroom and clinical instruction, becoming increasingly independent in performing complex and specialized procedures, through program progression.

Perform technical imaging examinations under general supervision and using a wide variety of imaging equipment and computers.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Rad Tech – MRI Apprenticeship Program applicants must:

Completion of college coursework, including college level science in addition to the experience below Required. College level science includes coursework that covers scientific principles, and concepts such as Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, & Chemistry.

Additional Requirements

• Sign a contract committing to work for UW Health as a Rad Tech – MRI for at least 24 months after program completion or reimburse the full ($12,500.00) cost of the program.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

College coursework, including college level science in addition to the experience below Required

Work Experience

• 6 months of direct patient care experience Required

Licenses & Certifications

• ARMRIT Certification within 14 months Required
• Basic Life Support/CPR within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

East Madison Hospital – is UW Health’s newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you’re sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

UW Health Science Drive Medical Center - on Madison’s west side, is an 84,000-square foot facility housing physician and rehabilitation professionals in Cardiology, Integrative Medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology, Spine and Sports Medicine. Our Fitness Center provides a resource for both working with patients while under our care and providing education after discharge. This environment creates many opportunities for face-to-face collaboration in the care of our patients.

• Legal Employer University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
• Locations 610 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI, 53705, US 621 Science Dr, Madison, WI, 53711, US 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, US 4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI, 53718, US 1 S Park St, Madison, WI, 53715, US (On-site)
• Job Category Clinical / Direct Patient Care (non-RN)