Diagnostic Imaging Assistant

Diagnostic Imaging Assistant At Allina Health, our Diagnostic Imaging Assistants are essential partners in supporting our technologists and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. Join a collaborative team where your contributions are valued while you make a meaningful impact. Key Position Details: 0.5 FTE (40 hours per two-week pay period) 10-hour evening/night shift Every weekend rotation: Saturday and Sunday, 1:00 PM 11:00 PM Job Description: Provides safe, quality patient care, while assisting technologist with transport and care of patients. Maintains electronic files, distributes patient reports and coordinates information flow between patients and clinics. Other patient care and clerical functions as assigned. Principle Responsibilities Serves as link between physicians, clinics and service departments Enters orders and schedules exams as needed. Communicates physician requests to appropriate department staff. Coordinates workflow with Clinics, service departments and physicians. Prioritizes customer needs. Provides information regarding special instructions, exam preps, arrival times or special needs. Keeps leadership advised of any issues or concerns. Assists Technologist in delivering patient care Screens patients for exam. Delivers necessary imaging supplies. Transports, transfers and positioning of patient. Distributes completed exam to radiologist for interpretation. Restocks and prepares exam room for procedures. Provides image and data management Ensures secure and appropriate access of patient information. Documents image data release in the electronic medical record (EMR). Demonstrates knowledge of the electronic storage and retrieval system (EMI). Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED Previous patient care experience Medical terminology Licenses/Certifications Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire) Physical Demands Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently Pay Range Pay Range: $19.77 to $28.81 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements. Benefit Summary Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work. Benefits include: Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer