Overview*Position based in Fesno, CA*
ResponsibilitiesThe PACS Administrator supports the enterprise Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA), imaging interfaces, and related clinical imaging technologies used across the organization. The role provides administration, configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, optimization, and lifecycle support for systems that enable acquisition, storage, exchange, viewing, and distribution of diagnostic images and associated clinical information.Serves as a subject matter expert and technical liaison among Imaging/Radiology, Cardiology and other image-producing departments, Information Systems, vendors, and operational stakeholders. Leads or participates in complex imaging-system projects, maintains secure and reliable image workflows, and supports system availability, data integrity, regulatory compliance, disaster recovery, and end-user effectiveness.
The PACS Administrator will be part of the Ancillary Team, which currently consists of approximately 7 team members.
Schedule/Location:
- Status: Full-Time - Days - Onsite
- Schedule: 8 am - 5 pm
- Work Location: Fresno Location
Strong Understanding Required In:
- PACS administration
- DICOM functionality and troubleshooting
- VNA workflows
- Interfaces between imaging systems and other applications
- Server support related to PACS environments
Training
- Expected training period will be just a couple of weeks.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities May Include:
- Managing device and modality connectivity issues.
- Configuring and maintaining PACS system components.
- Troubleshooting imaging workflow issues with radiologists and clinical staff.
- Monitoring image routing and ensuring images are delivered to the correct destinations.
- Supporting system interfaces and integrations.
- Maintaining overall imaging system functionality and performance.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics, Health Information Technology, Radiologic Sciences, or a related technology or clinical field required.
- High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate and 4 years of directly related PACS, enterprise imaging, clinical systems, or imaging-technology experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's Degree.
Experience
- 5 years of experience supporting PACS, VNA, RIS, enterprise imaging, or closely related clinical imaging systems required
- 6 years of experience supporting enterprise clinical imaging systems preferred
- Experience with DICOM troubleshooting, modality connectivity, imaging interfaces, PACS/VNA upgrades or migrations, and clinical workflow support required
- Experience supporting a multi-hospital or large integrated healthcare environment preferred
- Project coordination or project management experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- ARRT - American Registry Radiologic Technologists preferred
- CIIP - Certified Imaging Informatics Professional preferred
Disclaimers
• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.
