Radiology Technologist

About this position

This is a full-time, benefit-earning position. This position is internally classified as a Radiology Technologist.

Location and hours

This position is located at the NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center at 2220 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Work hours will typically be Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. except for Tuesdays, which will be 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hours may vary based on clinic needs and an occasional Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., will be required. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.

In this position, you will

• Perform general radiography, screening mammography, EKG, bone density testing (DEXA), and Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) testing.
• Demonstrate correct anatomic positioning and exposure factors relating to area-specific exams.
• Assist radiology front desk coordinator with scheduling patients.
• Perform accurate data entry.
• Perform image management via PACS, (burn CD's or electronic push) for continuing care.
• Assist with the management of forms for guests who are enrolled in the Minnesota Department of Health Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (Sage).
• Trouble-shoot malfunctioning equipment and inform and communicate with appropriate personnel.
• Perform downtime procedures when computer systems or equipment are offline or fail.
• Embrace and utilize the AAA principles in daily interactions with others.

Need to have

• Completion of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved two-year American Medical Association course in radiologic technology.
• Possession of certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in general radiology ARRT(R).
• Must obtain MQSA Initial Qualifications to perform screening mammograms within 6 months of employment. (NorthPoint provides training and covers the fees associated with obtaining the required MQSA Initial Qualifications. NorthPoint also provides on-the-job training for DEXA, EKG, and ABI testing.)

Nice to have

• Experience performing screening mammograms and/or bone densitometry (DEXA) exams.
• Experience using the Epic Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
• Experience providing customer service both in person and via telephone.
• Fluency in another language(s) in addition to English.
• Knowledge of image analysis QA prior to sending images for reading.
• Knowledge of picture archiving and communication system (PACS).
• Knowledge of Radiology Information Systems (RIS).
• Knowledge of radiation safety and proper use of radiology equipment for optimal exposure factors.

About the department

NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center is a multi-specialty medical, dental, mental health center and human service agency located in North Minneapolis. NorthPoint strives to improve the physical and socio-economic health of the North Minneapolis community through an integrated model of health and human services.