Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Altru Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Altru Health System is seeking a Diagnostic Radiology Technologist at the Altru Professional Center in Grand Forks, ND. This role involves performing radiographic procedures, educating patients, and ensuring safety and comfort throughout exams.

Licensed ND Medical Imaging, ARRT certification, and BLS are required within specific timeframes. The position is on-site, with a pay range of $26.48–$39.72 per hour and comprehensive benefits to full- and part-time staff.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Computer Radiology (CR) and Digital Radiography (DR) essential.
• Ability to review radiographs for quality and completeness per SOPs and provider preferences.
• Proficiency with IV/oral contrast administration under Radiologist direction.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients on radiology procedures to ensure comfort and safety.
• Perform radiographic procedures with attention to radiation safety.
• Monitor patient comfort and safety throughout procedures.
• Complete Epic processes and ensure prior images are available.
• Perform pain assessment and respond per SOP.

Skills

CR/DR knowledge

Epic experience

Education

ND Medical Imaging License

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

Epic

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

Location: Altru Professional Center 4400 S. Washington St. Grand Forks, ND 58201 Pay Range: $26.48 - $39.72

Summary: The Diagnostic Radiology Technologist educates patients on the radiology procedure and ensures patients feel comfortable and safe. The Diagnostic Radiology Technologist performs all radiographic procedures and monitors the patient.

Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrates understanding of Computer Radiology (CR) principles and Digital Radiography (DR) principles, selects proper technical factors and operated equipment to produce quality radiographs, utilizing all radiation safety devices.
• Reviews images for quality and completeness according to standard operating procedures and provider’s preference, i.e., proper labeling, collimation, etc.
• Prepares and administers IV and oral contrast under the direction of a Radiologist/Radiologist Assistant.
• Provides individualized patient care and comfort essential to the procedure as well as provides the patient and family with appropriate education to optimize their understanding within scope of responsibility.
• Monitors patient for comfort and safety.
• Ensures prior images are available and completes all Epic Processes.
• Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification:

• ND Medical Imaging License | North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners | Prior to Start Date
• HR Primary Sources Radiographer | American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) | Within 6 Months of Start
• HR Primary Sources Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date
• Learning Management System Notes: Temporary ND license accepted prior to start

Language Requirements: This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands :

• Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stoop/Bend: Continuously (67-100%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)

Working Conditions:

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor: Not Applicable
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position: Infrequent Driver Reference ID: R8246

Making a real difference. For one another. To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart. At Altru, everything we do is underscored by a why—and that why is one another. We believe in the power of community and the difference we can make together. As the trusted healthcare provider in our region, we’re driven by a commitment to quality care and creating a supportive environment where every team member can thrive. Here, you’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, and experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back—taking your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)

Altru provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to increase opportunities and eliminate barriers to employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process to access job postings, to apply for a job, for a job interview, for pre-employment testing, or with the onboarding process, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 701.780.5107.

Altru is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more or to request a copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Eligibility policy and Affinitive Action Plan at no charge, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 701.780.5107.

Additionally, the following poster is available through the Department of Labor: Know Your Rights.

Altru participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.