POSITION SUMMARY:
The PACS (Picture Archiving and Communications System) Applications Analyst II is a business specialist and technology generalist responsible for aligning technology solutions with business strategies. The PACS Applications Analyst II is responsible for proactively identifying opportunities to apply technologies to business processes by informing and advising customers on information system technologies functionality costs benefits and implementation requirements. The PACS Applications Analyst II functions as technical liaison and broker of services with various vendors. The PACS Applications Analyst II must develop and maintain credibility and effective working relations with both customer management and IT personnel. The PACS Applications Analyst II must demonstrate an understanding of business problems as well as IT strategies issues and priorities. This position requires forward-thinking individuals who seek opportunities to apply technology to improving business processes within strategic system goals.
Additionally the PACS Applications Analyst II will be responsible for the design build installation integration data migration testing support and core functions for several imaging IT systems. The PACS Applications Analyst II is also responsible for maintaining operations and systems upgrades to the PACS as well as the system archive and workstations throughout the BMC systems.
Other responsibilities including monitors software and hardware related issues to include disk space allocation device configuration and back-up system; assesses department needs; troubleshoots hardware and software problems. The PACS Applications Analyst II will be responsible for working closely with clinical staff and analysts in workflow optimization issue resolution and system implementations and upgrades. Provides end-user training as needed.
Fosters and cultivates physician and vendor relationships and develops policies for imaging applications. May need to travel between campuses and community partners to perform duties.
Participates in rotating on-call support.
System Administration: Proficiently manage and maintain Sectra IDS7 PACs Powerscribe LifeIMAGE Powershare MIM Xeleris Terarecon Intelispace GE AW DICOM RoutersDICOM Systems Candelis DATQuant Hologic and other radiology-related systems.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve issues with radiology systems promptly to ensure uninterrupted workflow. Perform regular system maintenance updates and optimizations.
Integration and Configuration: Implement and configure DICOM Modality setups ensuring seamless communication and compatibility between various radiological devices and systems.
Collaboration and Training: Collaborate with radiologists technicians and other staff to understand system needs. Provide training and support to end-users to maximize system utilization and efficiency.
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations procedures and compliance standards. Ensure adherence to healthcare regulatory requirements.
Additional experience desired:
Previous experience in business process re-engineering or process improvement is desirable involving broad-based information systems and utilizing tools and techniques to effect business change.
Experience in the strategic use of technology in managing and growing a business.
Experience in organizing planning and executing projects from vision through implementation involving internal personnel contractors and vendors. DICOM and HL7 knowledge is a plus
Position: PACS Applications Analyst II
Department: EHR
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Provide support to assigned customers in defining or designing business processes and identifying enabling technologies based on customer requirements.
Ability to be a team player; flexible friendly congenial and enthusiastic
Actively seek ways to apply technology to business processes researching and providing information on technical trends and competitors practices relevant to the assigned client business; Assess near-term needs utilizing structured interview processes to establish business priorities.
Consult with technical subject matter experts and develop alternative technical solutions; advise on options risks costs versus benefits and impact on other business processes and system priorities; Coordinate multi-system solutions to clarify interdependencies (and interfaces) so that systems appear seamless to customers.
Align with other IT functional areas to remain apprised of project status and inform customer management of progress.
Conversely keep the IT groups technology and service managers aware of user issues and potential potholes or resolve conflicts; Diagnose analyze and resolve software issues independently or by engaging the appropriate parties to achieve a resolution.
Document all aspects of the project plans (scope definition testing delivery and support) and coordinate business/clinical and IT implementation resources for successful delivery.
Actively participate in the team environment and enable colleagues to fulfill the departments operating objectives.
Conducts business process analyses needs assessments and preliminary cost versus benefit measurements; brokers other IT services; and communicates trends and requirements to and from customers and IT.
Responsible for proactively identifying opportunities to apply technologies to business processes. Informs and advises customers on information system technologies functionality costs benefits and implementation requirements.
Participate in an on call customer support rotation during normal business hours and off hours
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary
Must adhere to all of BMCs RESPECT behavioral standards.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Associates degree required Bachelors degree preferred
EXPERIENCE:
2 years relevant experience in either of the following:
Business systems analysis preferably across multiple hardware and software platforms or
Business unit experience that includes working closely with IT in the development and implementation of systems.
Sectra and Epic knowledge is preferred
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of the assigned business areas products and processes.
Strong technical knowledge and ability to express complex technical concepts in terms that is understandable to the business.
Understanding of project management concepts in planning and implementing multiple projects in a cross functional environment.
Strong written communication skills including project documentation and technical writing.
Strong verbal communication skills while interacting with team members other teams in the IT department end users and/or other departments throughout the organization
Strong analytical and conceptual skills; a demonstrated track record in new concept development for various projects and complex technical plans.
Ability to solve problems often spanning multiple environments in a business area
Understanding of how IT affects an organization and ability to link it to redesigned business process
Ability to be a team player; flexible friendly congenial and enthusiastic.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Experience creating database objects such asTables Constraints Indexes Views Stored Procedures Triggers and CursorsonMicrosoftSQLServer2005/2008 is a plus
Compensation Range:
$66500.00- $96500.00This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education experience skills and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs internal equity and addition BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes but is not limited to benefits (medical dental vision pharmacy) discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) savings matches paid time off career advancement opportunities and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
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