Radiology Operator and Medical Laboratory Assistant

Building Location:
EH Sandstone-Hinckley Physical Therapy
Department:
75220 General Radiology
Job Description:
Join our team in Hinckley, MN with our new clinic set to open in February! We are seeking a Radiology Operator to work day/evening hours. This position will also have lab duties they will be trained to complete.
*This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus!*
In this role you will be:
Responsible for administration of ionizing radiation to patients of all ages for diagnostic and/or research purposes, providing patient services, and performing radiographic procedures using radiographic modalities. Will also be responsible for performing tasks to support pre-analytical and post- analytical functions within Essentia Health Laboratories. Promotion of patient safety while performing specimen collection and processing.
Our benefits include:
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Benefit
Employee Wellness Program
Relocation Reimbursement - Let us help you get here!
Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Education Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:

• General x-ray: Performing supervised and unsupervised x-ray exams in an outpatient & inpatient setting
• Providing optimal patient care utilizing established and accepted techniques during administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic imaging that is appropriate for the age of the involved patient population (ages 0 to death)
• Upon proven competency, operators are limited by the exams they can perform on small children and babies. Evaluation of abilities is approved and documented by a manager or QA Tech
• Safe transfers of patients to and from wheelchairs/carts with knowledge of safe handoff
• Assist with department workflow by completing exams in EPIC/PACS and cleaning/stocking exam rooms
• Following instruction from staff technologists and establishing good communication with other departments
• Collects specimens through venipuncture or capillary skin puncture and other miscellaneous specimens (Urine, swabs, etc.)
• Performs specimen processing and handling according to testing requirements to support clinical laboratory testing
• Performs laboratory testing, when applicable, per accreditation and licensure requirements
• Participates in training of new employees, students, and other personnel as appropriate
• Follows Essentia Health rules and policies while handling specimens and equipment to ensure safety and quality

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Graduate from a Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or complete an internal MLA training program within 1 year of hire

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Minnesota: Complete Basic Radiographic Operator training and successfully pass the Minnesota Radiology Exam with 3 months of hire
• North Dakota: Must hold current Limited X-ray machine Operator (LXMO) licensure through the North Dakota Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDBMIRT) upon hire
• Valid MN Department of Health x-ray Operator Certificate or ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners certificate, dependent on state of work location

FTE:
0.8
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
Day/Evening
Shift End Time:
Day/Evening
Weekends:
Yes
Holidays:
Yes
Call Obligation:
No
Union:
Union Posting Deadline: