Student Intern / Radiologic Tech / Diagnostic Imaging / PRN
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Responsibilities

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.Visit us online at:

JOB TITLE: Student Tech - DI

Position Summary: The Student Technologist utilizes knowledge in patient, equipment, and exam room preparation. He /she is responsible for quality patient positioning, image quality identification and completion of the exam process to include post processing, PACS, Cerner and transport of the patient post completion of the exam. The Student Technologist is NOT allowed to make exposures on ionizing radiation producing equipment, per licensure specifications from the Bureau of Radiation Control through the DSHS. The Student Technologist ensures equipment is in proper working order and that the equipment and work area are clean. This position will assist the physicians, RPA's and Nursing staff to ensure the correct exam is performed in a safe environment. The Student Technologist utilizes the Principles of Continuous Quality Improvement and Radiation Safety Principles. The Student Technologist has the knowledge to work with all age groups (pediatric, geriatric, trauma, surgical). The Student Technologist must be currently registered in the Radiology program at an accredited teaching facility and eligible to take the registry at the conclusion of his/her coursework and program.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of technical procedures without producing the actual radiation exposure.
• Assist Radiologist, RPA's and staff physicians as needed.
• Shows appropriate radiographic skills and demonstrates good patient care.
• Uses immobilization devices according to policy and follows all hospital and UHS policies and procedures to include contrast injections.
• Maintains all HIPPA regulations and good communications skills.
• Has good problem resolution and acts in a professional and customer services oriented manner.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors and employees.
• The Student Technologist assesses risks to patient safety and implements the appropriate precaution.
• The Student Technologist complies with appropriate and approved standards to include: Radiation Safety (ALARA), patient related safety, and infection control.

Benefit Highlights:

• Retention Bonus Program if offered.
• Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Eligible to graduate an Accredited Radiography Program, set for ARRT, and apply for Texas License within a year.
• Must have current CPR certification

DISCLAIMER

Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a subsidiary of UHS, is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

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