UPMC·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Assist registered technologists in performing imaging procedures and utilizing complex equipment for image acquisition and analysis. Responsibilities include patient arrival, tracking exams in the Radiology Information System, and maintaining radiation safety standards.
*Must be 2nd year Diagnostic/Radiology students
May perform imaging procedures at a technical level under the supervision of a registered technologist, incorporating learning and education with the performance of tasks to assist the technologist in their responsibilities.
Depending on modality, may utilize complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol under the supervision of a Radiologist or Technologist. May perform daily equipment inspections, warm up procedures and follow Quality Control Program under supervision of a Technologist. Assist Radiologist and Technologist setting up contrast; however, will never be responsible for loading or priming the injector. Obtain quality images while following radiation safety standards and protocols. Assist with positioning and performing exams, but should never hold the detector or patients for Radiation procedures. Arrive patients, track exams, scan scripts, and schedule exams in the Radiology Information Systems. . Assist Radiologist and Technologist in performing modality specific exams. Maintain clinical proficiency for all completed competencies and equipment skills.
Must be an active 2nd year student in ARRT, ARDMS, CNMT, or NMCTB approved school.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Must be an active second-year student in an ARRT, ARDMS, CNMT, or NMCTB approved school. Required certifications include BLS or CPR and various background clearances including Act 31, 33, 34, and FBI clearance.
Market context
Imaging Services Student Tech roles in Pennsylvania are typically tied to clinical training pipelines and can be competitive because employers need students who already meet school, certification, and clearance requirements. For this role, the posting indicates an active second-year student in an ARRT, ARDMS, CNMT, or NMCTB approved program, plus BLS or CPR certification and Act 34 clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your school status and documents before applying.