Dependent upon the area assigned, provide support to the Medical Imaging Technologist to ensure promptness and efficiency of the patient care process.  Ensure patient comfort and safety during the imaging experience to include comprehensive electronic medical record management.

Overview of the Program

The Memorial Horizons Program provides students enrolled in Radiography, Surgical Technology, and Sonography degree programs with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive financial support, and secure a pathway to employment at Memorial Health after graduation. 

Eligibility Criteria

The Horizons Program is open to external candidates and current Memorial Health colleagues in the first year of their major program of study and will graduate in May 2026.  Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited allied health program that aligns with Memorial’s workforce needs, maintain the minimum required GPA and have completed all prerequisite coursework.  Applicants must complete an employment application and an interview as part of the competitive selection process.  Individuals selected for the Horizons Program must maintain satisfactory academic progress, have no active corrective actions on file, and exhibit behaviors that align with Memorial’s values to remain eligible. 

Benefits of Working While In School

Individuals who are selected for the Horizons Program will work at Memorial Health as a per diem colleague while attending school.  This allows participants to gain valuable hands-on experience, work alongside Memorial clinicians, and prepare them for their careers at Memorial after graduation.

Financial Opportunities

Individuals selected for the Horizons Program will receive a bi-weekly stipend of $1,000.00 during the second year of their program (August 2025-May 2026).  Stipends are subject to applicable taxes and deductions.  As a Memorial colleague who is working per diem while attending school, you may also be eligible for up to $5250 per calendar year in Tuition Assistance.  In addition, individuals selected for the Horizons Program will be eligible for sign-on incentives at the time of graduation.

Pathway to Employment After Graduation

Graduates of the Horizons Program will be placed in full-time roles designated by Memorial Health upon meeting all graduation and licensing requirements.  Participants must commit to working at Memorial Health for three years after graduation.

Education:

• High School education required.

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

• A Current BLS/CPR certification required within 30 days of hire. Maintain per policy.

Experience:

• Clerical experience preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and guest relations skills required.

• Perform clerical duties necessary for patient registration into the Radiology information System.
• Transport patient to and from the imaging procedure room.
• Provide patient assistance during the imaging exam process.
• Utilize proper infection control practice.
• Maintain an excellent guest relations rapport with patients, visitors, Physicians and fellow employees.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in area of assignment.
• Stock rooms.
• Fold linen.
• Assist imaging staff with inventory management.
• Take call as required.
• Manage phone calls.
• Under direction of the appropriately licensed staff, mix oral contrast per Radiologist approved protocol.
• Under the direction of the appropriately licensed staff, load the pressure injectors per Radiologist approved protocol.
• Performs other related work as required or requested.