PACS Imaging Analyst - CA
PACS Imaging Analyst - CA
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Job Description
Job Summary
The PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) Imaging Analyst is responsible for the administration maintenance and support of the PACS RIS (Radiology Information System) and other imagingrelated systems within a healthcare setting. This role ensures seamless integration troubleshooting and optimization of imaging workflows to support radiologists technologists physicians and other medical professionals.
Key Responsibilities
System Administration & Support
- Administer and maintain the PACS RIS and related imaging systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to imaging software hardware and network connectivity.
- Collaborate with IT radiology and clinical staff to ensure smooth PACS operations.
- Provide technical support and training to endusers including radiologists technologists and physicians.
- Monitor system performance storage capacity and data integrity to ensure optimal functionality.
Integration & Workflow Optimization
- Ensure PACS integration with other hospital systems including EHR/EMR HIS (Hospital Information System) and VNA (Vendor Neutral Archive).
- Work with vendors and IT teams to support DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) and HL7 (Health Level Seven) standards.
- Optimize imaging workflows to improve efficiency accuracy and patient care.
- Assist in developing policies and procedures for image acquisition storage and retrieval.
Security & Compliance
- Maintain data security and privacy in compliance with HIPAA and other regulatory standards.
- Conduct routine system audits and generate reports as required.
- Ensure proper backup and disaster recovery protocols for imaging data.
Upgrades & Project Management
- Assist in system upgrades patches and migrations while minimizing downtime.
- Participate in planning and implementation of new imaging technologies and enhancements.
- Coordinate with vendors for system support maintenance and troubleshooting.
Qualifications & Skills
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Information Technology Radiologic Technology Health Informatics or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 25 years of experience in PACS administration radiology IT support or a related role.
- Experience working in a healthcare or radiology environment is highly desirable.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in PACS RIS DICOM and HL7 protocols.
- Knowledge of medical imaging modalities (CT MRI Xray Ultrasound etc..
- Familiarity with EHR/EMR systems and healthcare IT infrastructure.
- Strong troubleshooting and problemsolving skills.
- Experience with database management networking and cybersecurity best practices.
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to train and support medical staff effectively.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining data accuracy and security.
Work Environment
- Primarily officebased within a hospital imaging center or healthcare IT department.
- May require oncall support weekend or evening shifts as needed.
- Possible travel between healthcare facilities depending on the organization.
Preferred Certifications (Optional but Beneficial)
- CIIP (Certified Imaging Informatics Professional)
- PACS Administrator Certification (PARCA ASCP or equivalent)
- CompTIA Network Security or other relevant IT certifications
Requirements
Impulse Strategic Solutions provides equal employmentopportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment withoutregard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin ageprotected veteran disabled status or genetic information. In additionto federal law requirements Impulse Strategic Solutions complies withapplicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment inevery location in which the company has employees.
Impulse Strategic Solutions is committed to providingreasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities anddisabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you needassistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at .
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