Allina Health·Minneapolis, Minnesota
Supports technologists by assisting with patient transport, screening, and positioning for imaging procedures. Manages clerical tasks including scheduling exams, entering orders, and maintaining electronic patient files.
Location Address: 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311
Date Posted: July 24, 2026
Department: 31006102 MRI
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Shift Length: 8 hour shift
Hours Per Week: 40
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.
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.
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
$19.77 to $28.81 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hourly 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 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.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Must be at least 18 years old and possess a BLS certification from AHA, Red Cross, or Allina in-house training. A high school diploma and previous patient care experience are preferred.
Market context
Diagnostic Imaging Assistant roles in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in hospitals and outpatient imaging settings, where patient flow and support for technologists matter. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with patient care experience, medical terminology familiarity, and current BLS certification; this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your BLS credential is current and tailor your resume to show any direct patient support experience.