Student Tech / Multi Modality/ Nuclear Medicine / PRN / Varied

Universal Health Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Student loan program

Tuition assistance

Career development

Pet insurance

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System, part of Universal Health Services, in Amarillo, TX, seeks a Student Tech to support daily patient flow and department efficiency. You will prepare exam rooms, equipment, and reports per Texas DSHS, ACR guidelines, collaborating with health team members.

The role requires enrollment in a related educational program and a commitment to obtain certification within six months of graduation, with duties including assisting Radiologists and staff and maintaining

Qualifications

• Current CPR certification required for patient care and emergency readiness.
• Enrolled in an educational program aligned with Student Tech duties.
• Certification to be attained within 6 months of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of procedures.
• Assist Radiologist and Staff Physicians with tests.
• Demonstrates skills needed for designated modality.
• Demonstrates good patient care.
• Utilizes scanning skills required for the modality.
• Works cohesively with a Tech and follows guidance from the Technologist.
• Demonstrates good communication between student and Technologist.
• Reports to modality Supervisor.
• Ensures safety for patients, visitors and employees.
• Reports any patient safety risks and escalates when needed.

Education

Current CPR certification

Enrolled in educational program

Must attain Certification within 6 months

Job description

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 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.

Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers

POSITION SUMMARY

The Student Tech is responsible for the day-to-day operations (patient flow) and efficiency of the department. The Student Tech 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. The Student Tech performs examinations according to their specialty and currently accepted guidelines of the Texas DSHS, ACR and Northwest Texas Healthcare System. The Student Tech will prepare technical reports, exam rooms, equipment and supplies for procedures.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Performs a variety of procedures.


2. Assist Radiologist and Staff Physicians with test.


3. Demonstrates skills needed for designated modality.


4. Demonstrates good patient care.


5. Utilizes the appropriate scanning skills required for the modality he or she is hired.


6. The Student Tech will be working very cohesively with an Tech and will utilize the critiques and guidelines given to him or her from the Technologist for their day to day scanning.


7. Demonstrates good communication between the student and the Technologist.


8. Will report to modality Supervisor.


9. Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors and employees.


10. The Student Tech will report any risks to patient safety and activate the chain of command when they see the need for it.


11. The Student Tech will comply with appropriate and approved standards relating to: patients, infection control, and environmental issues.

Benefit Highlights:

• 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


• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University


• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!


• Pet Insurance


• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com .

Qualifications

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Current CPR certification.


• Must be enrolled in a Educational program in line with their Student tech position.


• Must attain Certification within 6 months of graduating educational program.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.