Mountain People's Health Councils Inc.

01/02/2026

Mountain People's Health is looking for the right person to fill the role of prn (as needed) receptionist / front office staff member.

Must be willing to work at any clinic location, so reliable transportation is required. Position involves scheduling appointments, registering patients, collecting/updating patient information, verifying insurance, collecting co-pays, answering phone calls & questions, all while maintaining exceptional customer service. Qualifications for strong candidates include:

• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask efficiently
• Ability to handle fast-paced environment & high call volumes
• Professional, friendly, & compassionate demeanor
• Ability to problem solve
• Strong organizational & time management abilities
• Proficiency with computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Dependability with strong work ethic in a team environment

Interested candidates can send a resume to adkinsj@mphci.com or complete an application online at www.mphci.com.

12/26/2025

What a Bone Density Test Does
• A bone density test (DXA scan) measures calcium and mineral content in bones, usually the
spine, hip, or forearm.
• It helps detect osteoporosis or low bone mass before fractures occur.

When to Get Tested
• Women age 65+ and men age 70+ should have a baseline test.
• Earlier testing (around age 50) may be recommended if you have risk factors such as:
o History of fractures from minor falls (fragility fractures)
o Long-term use of steroids (like prednisone)
o Low hormone levels (post-menopause, prostate cancer treatment)
o Family history of osteoporosis
o Smoking, heavy alcohol use, or certain medical conditions (e.g., diabetes)

How Often to Repeat
• Typically, every 2 years, but frequency depends on your health, medications, and risk factors.
• Follow-up scans should ideally be done on the same machine for accurate comparison.

Why It Matters
• 1 in 3 women over 50 will experience an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime.
• Detecting bone loss early allows for lifestyle changes (diet, exercise) or medications to
reduce fracture risk.

Speak to your doctor to see if a bone density may be right for you.

Mountain People’s Imaging Center has the most advanced bone density technology staffed by experienced technologists. If a bone density scan is what is needed for your healthcare, we can provide it.

If you have any questions about services available, please call us. Our Knowledgeable staff would be happy to speak with you.

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12/23/2025

12/17/2025

Common Situations to Use Ultrasound:

- Pregnancy care
- Confirm pregnancy and gestational age.
- Monitor fetal growth, position, movement, and heart rate.
- Detect congenital anomalies or check amniotic fluid levels.
- Diagnostic purposes
- Investigate unexplained pain, swelling, or abnormal blood tests.
- Detect masses, cysts, or tumors in organs like the liver, kidneys, thyroid, or breast.
- Assess pelvic organs (uterus, ovaries, prostate, bladder).
- Vascular assessment
- Doppler ultrasound evaluates blood flow in arteries and veins.
- Useful for detecting clots, narrowing, or poor circulation.
- Cardiac assessment
- Heart evaluation images and function

Speak to your doctor to see if an ultrasound may be right for you.

Mountain People’s Imaging Center has the most advanced ultrasound technology staffed by an experienced technologist. If an ultrasound is what is needed for your healthcare, we can provide it.

If you have any questions about services available, please call us. Our Knowledgeable staff would be happy to speak with you.

423-569-5900

12/08/2025

Mountain People's was honored to provide a tour of our new Imaging Center to visiting members of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

We thank the USDA for taking the time to visit our community and discuss ways the USDA and Mountain People's can work together to provide needed services to the patients of Scott and the surrounding counties.

Pictured left to right are Greg Ball, MPHC CFO - James Lovett, MPHC CEO - Karen York, USDA - Chris Hampton, USDA Director of Community Programs - Patrick Jaynes, USDA Tennessee State Director - William Lay, MPHC Imaging Director.

12/03/2025

When to have an MRI.

You should consider having an MRI when symptoms are serious, unexplained, or when results will directly guide treatment decisions. It’s not usually the first test, but it becomes appropriate if other imaging (like X-ray or CT) is inconclusive, or if urgent conditions are suspected.

When MRI Is Appropriate:

1. Neurological Concerns
• Brain and spinal cord: MRI is often ordered for suspected stroke, aneurysm, multiple sclerosis, tumors, or spinal cord compression.
• Persistent headaches, seizures, or unexplained neurological symptoms may warrant MRI to rule out structural causes.
• Trauma: Head or spine injuries where detailed soft tissue imaging is needed.

2. Musculoskeletal Issues
• Joint injuries: MRI is excellent for detecting ligament tears, cartilage damage, or meniscus injuries when X-rays don’t explain

3. Speak to you Doctor to see if an MRI may be right for you.

Mountain Peoples Imaging Center has the latest MRI Technology staffed by an experienced team of technologists. If an MRI is what is needed for your health care, we can provide it.

If you have any questions about what services are available, please call us. Our knowledgeable staff we would be happy to speak with you.

423-569-5900

11/26/2025

Wishing everyone a very happy, healthy, and blessed Thanksgiving!

09/16/2025

Our new state of the art MRI machine arrived today!. The new mammogram, bone density, ultrasound, and digital X-ray machines are close behind. MPHC will soon be offering advanced diagnostic services closer to home! Stay tuned....

09/03/2025

🎡✨ Come see us today at the Senior Citizens Center for Senior Fair Day ! ✨🎡

We have a goody basket ready to raffle off to one lucky winner! 🥳

FREE fun 🎉 Door Prizes 🎶 Elvis 🍴 Free Lunch 🥧 Pie & Apple Peeling Contests 🍎

Thank you Quality Home Health for hosting and Inviting us!

08/22/2025

Senator Ken Yeager and Mayor Lori Phillips-Jones tour the new Mountain People’s Imaging Center that is currently under construction and expected to open this Fall.

Pictured:
William Lay, Director of MPHC Imaging Center
Ken Yeager, TN State Senator
Shirley Torwirt, MPHC Project Manager
Greg Ball, MPHC CFO
Lori Phillips-Jones, Town of Oneida Mayor

08/20/2025

Mountain People’s Health Councils is now interviewing for several full-time positions for our Imaging Center set to open this fall. We are looking for highly motivated, dependable staff as we expand our services to the community and surrounding counties!

We currently have open positions for:

🔺Reception
🔺Billing Office Staff
🔺Experienced Registered MRI Technologist
🔺Registered General/Vascular Ultrasonographer

We offer competitive wages based on education and experience and a generous benefit package, including PTO and Holiday pay.

MPHC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on age, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

MPHC will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, or employment agencies.

Interested applicants can send resumes to EllisR@mphci.com or drop off at the Administrative Office located at 470 Industrial Lane in Oneida between the hours of 8:00AM and 4:30PM.