Are you a motivated student pursuing a career in Radiology and looking for hands-on experience in a dynamic clinical environment? UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA, is currently seeking enthusiastic candidates for the Casual Imaging Services Student Technician position! This flexible opportunity is designed to accommodate your class schedule with variable shifts, including weekends and holidays, while providing invaluable real-world experience.
As a Student Technician, you’ll work alongside experienced registered technologists, performing imaging procedures under supervision and directly contributing to patient care. This role not only enhances your technical proficiency but also supports the department’s mission to deliver exceptional service to our patients. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong patient care skills, a commitment to academic excellence, and a passion for learning in the field of Radiology.
Whether you’re aiming to build a solid foundation in imaging services or looking to launch a long-term career with UPMC, this position offers the perfect opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact. Don’t miss your chance to start your Radiology career journey with one of the region’s leading healthcare providers—apply today!

IMAGING STUDENTS IN 1ST YEAR OF PROGRAM ABLE TO BE CONSIDERED IN IMAGING SERVICES TECH ASSISTANT ROLE WHICH PAY BEGINS AT $17.84.

• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  Accurately schedules exams into RIS as needed. Reschedules exams as needed and contacts patients for additional scanning.
  Assists technologist with patient care/flow as instructed. Knowledgeable of procedural processes.
  Assists with invasive procedure tray set-up and couriers specimens to lab as needed.
  Demonstrate proper placement of IV catheter. Demonstrates knowledge of and appropriately follows guidelines for GFR criteria.
  Practices established MRI safety and radiation safety protocols.
  Transports patient to and from unit when required.
  Verifies patient identify by utilizing at least two patient identifiers. Effectively prepares patient for exam providing both pre and post procedure education. Documents proper history into electronic record. Reviews physician orders and contacts office if additional information is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Depending on modality, may utilize complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation of image data and complete 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.