Student Tech / Multi Modality / CT / PRN

Student Tech

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 caregivers. That's why we're looking for health 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.

Job Description

• The Student Tech is responsible for the day-to-day operations (patient flow) and efficiency of the department.
• Must have a general knowledge of all areas within the department.
• Must utilize the principles of continuous quality improvement in collaboration with other health team members.
• Performs examinations according to their specialty and currently accepted guidelines of the Texas DSHS, ACR, and Northwest Texas Healthcare System.
• Prepares technical reports, exam rooms, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Performs a variety of procedures.
• Assists Radiologist and Staff Physicians with tests.
• Demonstrates skills needed for designated modality.
• Demonstrates good patient care.
• Utilizes the appropriate scanning skills required for the modality he or she is hired.
• Works cohesively with a Tech and utilizes critiques and guidelines given from the Technologist for day-to-day scanning.
• Demonstrates good communication between the student and the Technologist.
• Reports to modality Supervisor.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Reports any risks to patient safety and activates the chain of command when necessary.
• Complies with appropriate and approved standards relating to patients, infection control, and environmental issues.

Requirements

• Current CPR certification.
• Must be enrolled in an educational program in line with their Student Tech position.
• Must attain certification within 6 months of graduating from the educational program.

Benefits

• 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.

Community Overview

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, ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located all over the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.