UPMC·Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Assist registered technologists and radiologists with imaging procedures, patient positioning, and the acquisition of diagnostic images. Support department operations by performing equipment warm-ups and managing patient documentation within the RIS.
The Imaging Services Student Tech assists with imaging procedures and department operations while gaining practical experience in a healthcare environment. Under the direct supervision of a registered technologist and/or radiologist, the student performs approved duties that support patient care, imaging quality, safety, and workflow efficiency.
Assist technologists with patient positioning and imaging procedures while maintaining patient safety and comfort. Perform imaging procedures at an approved technical level under the supervision of a registered technologist or radiologist. Utilize imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation of image data in accordance with established protocols and competency requirements. Obtain high-quality diagnostic images while adhering to radiation safety standards and departmental procedures. Assist with modality-specific examinations and patient preparation. Support radiologists and technologists with contrast setup; however, students will not be responsible for loading or priming injectors. Complete daily equipment inspections, equipment warm-up procedures, and quality control activities under technologist supervision. Arrive patients, track examinations, scan documentation, and schedule exams within the Radiology Information System (RIS). Maintain clinical competency and proficiency on completed skills and assigned equipment. Follow all departmental, hospital, and regulatory safety standards. Important Safety Guidelines Students may assist with positioning patients but must never hold a detector or a patient during radiation-producing procedures. Students may assist with contrast preparation but will not load or prime injectors. All clinical activities must be performed under appropriate supervision and within established student scope-of-practice guidelines. Why Join UPMC? Gain valuable real-world experience in a busy imaging department. Work alongside experienced radiologists and registered technologists. Enhance clinical skills while completing your imaging education. No holiday or on-call requirements. Opportunity to build professional experience in a leading healthcare organization.
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 state and federal clearances (Act 31, 33, 34, and 73).
Market context
In Pennsylvania, MRI student tech openings are typically tied to hospital and outpatient imaging demand, especially where departments need help supporting scheduled scans and patient flow. These roles are competitive because employers look for active second-year students in approved programs plus current BLS or CPR and required state and federal clearances. Review the summarized requirements carefully, then confirm your school status and clearances before applying; this platform AI-summarizes the original job description so you can assess fit faster.
