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Imaging Services Student Tech (Casual) – UPMC Williamsport
Gain Hands-On Experience | Flexible Schedule | No Holiday Requirement
Looking to build your career in medical imaging? UPMC Williamsport is offering a Casual Imaging Services Student Tech opportunity—perfect for students seeking real-world experience in a supportive clinical environment while continuing their education.
Schedule & Flexibility
- Casual status with flexible scheduling
- Weekday and weekend shifts as available
- No holiday requirement
About the Role
As a Student Tech, you’ll work alongside experienced Radiologic Technologists and Radiologists, gaining valuable hands-on experience across imaging modalities. This role is designed to support your clinical learning while helping you develop the technical and patient care skills needed for success in the field.
What You’ll Do
- Assist technologists with imaging procedures while learning in a supervised clinical setting
- Support patient positioning and exam preparation in accordance with safety protocols
- Help obtain high-quality images while adhering to radiation safety standards
- Utilize imaging equipment to assist with image acquisition, analysis, and documentation under supervision
- Assist with contrast setup (will not be responsible for loading or priming injectors)
- Perform equipment checks, warm-ups, and support quality control processes under guidance
- Assist with patient workflow, including:
- Patient arrival and check-in
- Tracking exams
- Scanning orders
- Scheduling procedures in the Radiology Information System (RIS)
- Work collaboratively with technologists and radiologists to support efficient patient care
- Maintain competency in learned skills and completed clinical competencies
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in a hospital-based imaging department
- Exposure to advanced imaging technology and workflows
- Mentorship from experienced imaging professionals
- Opportunity to apply classroom learning in a real-world setting
Important Notes
- All imaging tasks are performed under the supervision of a registered technologist or radiologist
- Student Techs will not independently perform procedures or hold patients/detectors during imaging
Why UPMC Williamsport?
- Supportive learning environment focused on student development
- Flexible scheduling that works around your academic commitments
- A great stepping stone to a full-time imaging career
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000