Job Description
Job Description: Join Essentia Health's Diagnostic Imaging and Lab Team! We are seeking an X-Ray Operator to join our team and support our Imaging and Lab departments at our West Duluth, Hermantown, and Lakeside Clinics. Our benefits include but aren't limited to:Health/Dental/Vision InsuranceEmployee Wellness ProgramPension and Retirement PlanPaid time off and HolidaysTuition ReimbursementFitness Center DiscountAdoption BenefitResponsible 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.
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
- Duluth Neighborhood Clinics: Valid MN State Drivers License
Job Location: West Duluth Clinic
Shift Rotation: FTE Flex Day/Eve (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: Day/Evening/Day/Eveing
Hours Per Pay Period: 48+
Compensation Range:Union: USWA Technical Workers Clinic (UTECC)
FTE: 0.6
Weekends: Some
Call Obligations:Sign On Bonus:
