SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb., – Janelle Lewis, a radiologic technology student at Regional West Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology, has been selected to participate in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) 2013 Student Leadership Development Program.

Lewis was one of 61 students chosen from more than 130 entries submitted by radiologic science students from around the country.

The ASRT represents 150,000 members who perform medical imaging procedures or plan and deliver radiation therapy treatments. The Society also provides radiologic technology students with the tools, services and support they need to prepare for careers in medical imaging and radiation therapy.

Lewis will receive an all-expense-paid trip to the ASRT Educational Symposium and Annual Governance and House of Delegates Meeting, June 13-16, in Albuquerque, N.M. In addition, she will participate in coursework and be supervised by a professional mentor during the House of Delegates meeting.

“The Student Leadership Development Program gives medical imaging and radiation therapy students the opportunity to experience firsthand how the ASRT governance process works,” said ASRT President Donna L. Thaler Long, M.S.M., R.T. (R)(M)(QM), FASRT.

“While in Albuquerque, students will participate in educational activities, network with radiology leaders and learn from seasoned radiologic technologists. It’s a great way for students to get involved early and jumpstart their careers.”

For more information about the ASRT and opportunities for radiologic science students, visit www.asrt.org/students.

Regional West Health Services, with over 1,800 employees, provides comprehensive and innovative health care services for the people and communities of western Nebraska and the neighboring states of Colorado, South Dakota and Wyoming. With over 110 active physicians, 95 percent of whom are board certified or board eligible, plus an additional 25 consulting specialists, Regional West offers care that spans more than 30 medical specialties. Regional West Medical Center, a subsidiary of Regional West Health Services, is accredited by The Joint Commission and is one of three Level II Trauma Centers in Nebraska.