MRI Technologist Trainee

@ UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
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MRI Technologist Trainee

Pittsburgh, PA
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About the job

UPMC Presbyterian invites MRI Tech Trainees to learn alongside experienced technologists in a fast-paced, supportive setting. This role offers structured training, rotation opportunities, and career growth in radiology within a leading academic medical center.

Requirements

  • Graduate of approved School of Radiography
  • Enrolled in advanced imaging tech program
  • Completion of clinical competencies
  • Successful program completion within a year
  • Completion of Pulse Radiology training

Qualifications

  • ARRT, NMTCB, or RDMS certification
  • Active BLS/CPR certification
  • Enrollment in Tesla Institute or equivalent
  • Pass ARRT MRI exam within 6 months
  • Good communication and patient care skills

Full 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

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