Mobile imaging solutions
Mobile CT, MRI, and PET/CT rental, lease, and routed service
Rent a mobile unit for temporary coverage, arrange a dedicated parked unit, or join a scheduled mobile imaging route. Shared Medical Services delivers OEM-certified and OEM-serviced mobile CT, MRI, and PET/CT nationwide, with a plan built around your facility, big or small.
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Four ways to add imaging capacity
Parked, routed, interim, or modular. No capital purchase for mobile units, and every plan is built around your volume, site, and timeline.
Parked mobile imaging
Your own imaging unit, minus the construction
When your facility needs continuous CT, MRI, or PET/CT but not the cost or disruption of a building project, a parked mobile unit on a lease is the scalable answer. We deliver and position the system at your site, connected and ready to scan. Staff it with your own team or with Shared Medical Services Technologists.
- Always on siteA dedicated unit for facilities with consistent patient demand.
- No capital investmentNo equipment purchase and no added construction.
- Built for volumeIdeal for high-volume hospitals, clinics, and imaging centers.
Routed mobile imaging
Join a shared mobile imaging route
Your facility can join a Shared Medical Services route without taking on a long-term unit. Routed mobile service brings CT, MRI, or PET/CT to your site for scheduled visits. That may mean a morning, a day, or more each week, depending on patient volume and route availability. Sharing access lowers the barrier to offering imaging close to home.
- Scheduled and reliableSet arrival times for smooth scheduling and fewer surprises.
- Expertly deliveredDedicated Shared Medical Services drivers handle transport, setup, and positioning.
- Right-sized for lower volumeScheduled access for facilities that do not need a unit every day.
Interim mobile imaging rental
Temporary coverage, zero compromise
Interim mobile CT, MRI, and PET/CT rentals add capacity when you need it: relieve a backlog, bridge an upgrade or outage, or evaluate a system before an in-house investment. Every rental is OEM-certified and OEM-serviced, with a team that helps work through the details. Explore interim rental options.
- Deployment planningConfirm the earliest feasible start around availability and site readiness.
- No long-term commitmentFlexible terms built for temporary needs.
- Fits your workflowPlugs into your existing workflow with minimal disruption.
Modular imaging suites
A dedicated imaging suite, located outside your facility.
When mobile is not the long-term answer, a modular imaging suite gives you a dedicated CT, MRI, or PET/CT suite placed on site and built around the system you choose.
Mobile imaging FAQ
Questions about mobile imaging rental and service
Straight answers to what imaging directors ask first. Anything else, your regional team can answer directly.
What is the difference between parked, routed, and interim mobile imaging?
A parked unit stays at one facility. Rental or lease terms are based on your needs. Routed service lets your facility join a scheduled mobile imaging route for scheduled visits, with availability based on your location and patient volume. Interim is a temporary mobile rental that covers an upgrade, renovation, or outage until your own room is back online.
Can we rent a mobile MRI or CT unit short term?
Yes. Interim mobile CT, MRI, and PET/CT rental is built for temporary needs, with flexible terms and fast deployment. Your regional team will match a unit to your timeline and site.
Who staffs a mobile imaging unit?
Staffing depends on your facility and region. Where available, Shared Medical Services Technologists can staff the unit, or your facility can provide its own team. Your regional team can discuss staffing options for your location and service needs.
What does our site need for a mobile unit?
Requirements vary by system and site. Your regional team reviews your site with you using the OEM site planning guides, which you can review on our site planning page.
How do I choose between parked, routed, and interim?
Parked often fits steady volume at one site, with terms based on your coverage needs. Routed lets your facility join a shared route for scheduled access without taking on a long-term unit. Interim covers an upgrade, renovation, or outage with temporary terms. If you need a dedicated on-site imaging suite, modular is the fourth option. Your regional team can help you weigh them against your volume, site, and timeline.