Diagnostic Imaging Assistant

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

December 19, 2024

Department:

38016104 Mercy Ultrasound

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

Variable shift length

Hours Per Week:

20

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

Other

Job Summary:

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:

• 0.5 FTE (40 hours per two-week period)
• Day/Evening shifts with varying start times and shift length
• Week 1 schedule: Wednesday-4:30 PM-8:30 PM & Saturday-8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Week 2 schedule: Sunday-08:00 AM- 08:00 PM & Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday-4:30 PM-08:30 PM
• Benefit-eligible position

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 or Medical Terminology

Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required by completion of orientation within 30 Days

Physical Demands

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