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Altru Health System
Grand Forks, North Dakota

Radiologist Assistant

RadiologyIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$47.55-$71.33/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Weekend work is also flagged as required; confirm which days and how often.

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another. Location: Altru Hospital 1200 South Columbia Road Grand Forks, ND 58201 Pay Range: $47.55 - $71.33 Summary: Schedule: 40 hours per week, M - F, 8:00am - 4:30pm. No weekends required. The Radiologist Assistant performs Radiologic Exams/Procedures within their scope of licensure and under the direction of the Radiologist. They assist the Radiologist as needed and ensure all required documentation and policy/procedures have been completed and followed. The Radiologist Assistant may perform all other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions: Assures that documentation is completed so that the needs of the radiology physician are met, i. e., appropriate reason for exam. Maintains documentation of Continuing Medical Education (CME) of Radiologists and staff. Assures that exams that require consent is acquired. Ensures inpatients are properly identified by armband verification and outpatients via verbal name and birth date verification. Provides medical images/exams that are complete and of the highest quality to ensure they meet department standards. Prepares and administers IV and oral contrast under the direction of a Radiologist according to standard operating procedure. Monitors services by evaluating, initiating and participating in restructuring of current and new procedures. Functions as a resource for staff and physicians regarding procedures and techniques. Trains staff in accordance with the needs of the exams performed. 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. Certifications: Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) | American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources ND Medical Imaging License | North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System Notes: Must be certified and registered with ARRT in Radiography Complete an ARRT approved Radiologist assistant masters or doctoral program 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: Frequently (34-66%)
  • 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: R2956 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. 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) 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 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 hrhelpdesk@altru.org 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 Affirmative Action Plan at no charge, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at hrhelpdesk@altru.org 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.

Key Responsibilities

The Radiologist Assistant performs required radiologic exams and procedures under the direction of a Radiologist, ensuring all necessary documentation and policy adherence are met. This role also involves assisting the Radiologist, preparing and administering contrast, monitoring services, and training staff on procedures and techniques.

Requirements

Candidates must be certified and registered with ARRT in Radiography and must complete an ARRT approved Radiologist assistant masters or doctoral program. Required certifications include Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) and Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days, along with obtaining the ND Medical Imaging License prior to the start date.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

CME MaintenancePatient IdentificationImage Quality AssuranceIV Contrast AdministrationOral Contrast AdministrationProcedure RestructuringStaff TrainingRadiologist AssistanceARRT Certification

Radiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Radiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 66% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Dakota is 89.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$124k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $139k in an average-cost state. 58.8% of North Dakota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 17.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiologist Assistant at Altru Health System a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Radiology — ranked against 741 active Radiology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Radiologist Jobs

30 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution30 jobs · 21 employers

11
<$700k
13
$700k-800k
0
$800k-900k
1
$900k
5
$1000k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 21 employers

401k / retirement match
82% this job
Sign-on bonus
61%
CME allowance
43% this job
Relocation assistance
32%
Loan repayment
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Partnership-Track Radiologist: No nights, call, weekends, or holidays

Skagit Radiology · Mount Vernon, Washington

$750k-$1000k
#2

Breast Imaging Radiologist - Columbus Radiology - Columbus, OH

Radiology Partners · Columbus, Ohio

$475k-$1000k
#3

General Radiologist - Columbus Radiology - Toledo

$447k-$1000k
#4

Jefferson Radiology - Daytime Neuro Radiologist

$600k-$1000k
+ 28 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Radiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 741 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Grand Forks

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$276k
Typical market rent
$1,172/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
86.7
State income tax
Up to 2.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Grand Forks, ND-MN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Altru Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
Grand Forks, North Dakota
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health plan
401(k) retirement plan
Dental plan
Vision plan
Life and disability insurance
Education assistance
Paid time off (PTO)