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Diagnostic Imaging Assistant

Allina

About Allina

0 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: Occasional Job Summary: 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.

Responsibilities

Casual (0.0 FTE) position 8/12 combo day/evening shifts

  • Occasional weekends At least two shifts per month if available
  • Optional travel outside of Mercy campus (eligible for mileage reimbursement)
  • Floats between all areas (XR, US, CT and MRI) 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.

Requirements

  • Qualifications Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
  • Qualifications High school diploma or GED Previous patient care or 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)

Pay

  • $17.45 to $23.77 per hour
  • The pay described reflects the base hiring 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.

Benefits

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Location Address

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433-2522 Date Posted: October 30, 2026 Department: 38016104 Mercy Ultrasound Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 8/12 combo shift

Physical Demands Medium Work*

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