Radiologic Technologist Intern

Radiology Intern Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• This intern position will be working in a busy radiology department that supports outpatients and emergency/urgent care departments
• Casual position with day, evening, and weekend hours available

Job Description:

Provides safe, quality patient care, performing limited radiographic procedures while assisting technologists with transport and care of patients. Maintains electronic files, distributes patient reports and coordinates information flow between patients and units. Other patient care and clerical functions as assigned.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Serves as link between physicians, clinics and service departments.
• Performs limited radiographic procedures and related duties as assigned.
• 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 positions 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:

• High School or GED
• Currently enrolled in JRCERT accredited radiologic program-Radiologic Imaging

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous patient care experience
• Medical Terminology

Licenses/Certifications:

• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required by completion of orientation within 30 Days
• State of MN. Limited scope x-ray operators exam based on the successful completion of chest, spine, extremity and skull/sinus modules. Must provide documentation of passing results. Current or recent participation in a clinical radiology student rotation

Physical Demands:

• Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range:

Flat Rate: $20.00 per hour*This position is paid on a standard non-negotiable hourly rate. Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary:

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being mind, body, spirit and community of you and your family members.

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.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

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

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.