What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI/CT Tech Assistant position at UPMC?
Join a supportive, patient‑focused imaging team in a part‑time role that prioritizes work‑life balance!
This position is scheduled Monday through Friday with rotating 8‑hour shifts and offers the consistency of weekdays only—no weekends, holidays, on‑call duties, or travel required. This role also provides opportunities to build imaging experience, expand clinical skills, and grow within a respected healthcare organization! Apply today!
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Greets and assists patients upon arrival; prepares paperwork and verifies documentation.
- Answers phone calls related to scheduling, patient questions, and history collection.
- Performs MRI safety screening per established protocols and reviews documentation with the technologist.
Escorts, positions, lifts, and transfers patients as needed to ensure safety and comfort.
- Establishes IV access and assists with oral contrast preparation and patient instructions under technologist direction.
Positions patients and imaging equipment according to protocol to ensure accurate imaging.
- Provides patient monitoring, support during exams, and discharge instructions as directed.
- Assists with quality control testing and reports equipment issues promptly.
- Transports patients, cleans, and prepares exam rooms per departmental guidelines.