Technologist Trainee

Akumin; West Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a qualified MRI technologist to provide scanning coverage and produce high-quality diagnostic images across various locations in West Virginia. The role requires an Associate's Degree and 3+ years of experience in similar environments, along with effective communication and strong customer service skills.

The technician will ensure patient safety, partner with local teams, and may need to travel locally up to 90% of the time. CPR certification and a valid driver's license are also required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an MRI technologist.
• Prepared to travel locally up to 90% of the time.
• CPR certification and valid state driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide scanning coverage for Manager Operations.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images at customer sites.
• Ensure patient safety and perform pre-screening.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MRI technology

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide scanning coverage for Manager Operations and various locations throughout the region.
• Produce high‑quality diagnostic images at dedicated customer sites as needed.
• Ensure patient safety, including pre‑screening for contraindications and aseptic injection techniques.
• Partner with local ADDs, physician groups, Radiology/Clinic Directors, and radiologists to communicate MRI software, customer portal, scanning protocols, and quality issues.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot scanner, coaching, and peripheral equipment (monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).
• Assist Sales team with start‑ups and new business opportunities.
• Perform clinical competencies and team‑member evaluations when internal milestones are met.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience as an MRI technologist in high‑pressure, high‑visibility environments with regular patient satisfaction surveys.
• Effective communication at all organizational levels and ability to adapt quickly to new environments.
• Prepared to work at multiple locations across the region.
• Strong customer service, organizational, and multi‑tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• ARRT(R) or ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT.
• State license as required.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license as applicable.
• Local travel may be required up to 90% of the time.

Physical Requirements

• The employee may be exposed to radioactive isotopes, ionizing radiation, a strong magnetic field, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.
• More than 50% of the time: sit, stand, walk, perform repetitive hand/arm/leg movements, see, speak and hear to communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time: stoop, kneel or crawl, climb, balance, carry and lift; ability to move non‑ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or exam.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal‑opportunity employer. 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.