MRI Technologist Trainee

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

The MRI Technologist Trainee learns the safety, customer service skills, documentation and operation of MRI through on-the job training under the direction of a registered technologist.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conducts pre-screening of all personnel before entering the scanning room to ensure their safety.
• Scans and documents patients under the direction of a registered technologist to meet all customer (If applicable) and Akumin requirements.
• Completes necessary documentation for patient files to ensure all customer, Akumin policy and Joint Commission requirements are met.
• Other job duties as needed.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience. 
• Certificate from college or technical school or enrolled in a Radiology program. 
• Actively enrolled in an accredited Radiology or MRI program + CPR certification.
• Local travel may be required. 
• For trainees performing mid-day moves:
  • Active state driver's license.
• Ability to work at several locations
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Preferred: 

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
• Certificate from college or technical school. 
• Completion of a Radiology program. 
• Experience in patient care environment.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time:

• Sit, stand, walk.
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

• Stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Climb and balance.
• Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Cross training opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA accounts with employer contributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Defined PTO and sick time programs

Eligibility for benefits will vary based on position type and hours worked.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.