Pacs Administrator - Radiology

Riverside County, CA

$92K — $119K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology
  • Valid California Radiologic Technologist license
  • California fluoroscopy permit
  • One year of experience in PACS technology
  • Certified PACS Associate (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Provide application-level support for PACS including image workflow and auto-routing
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot PACS hardware and software
  • Integrate diagnostic images with Hospital Information Systems (HIS) and Radiology Information Systems (RIS)
  • Monitor PACS performance related to network function to minimize downtime
  • Prepare performance reports and offer recommendations for enhancements
  • Deliver user training on the operation of PACS systems
  • Maintain effective relationships with patients and hospital staff

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Flexible Benefit Credit contribution for health plans
  • Membership in CalPERS retirement system with three tiers
  • Voluntary deferred compensation plan options
  • Accrual of vacation and sick leave
Full Job Description
Salary : $92,309.90 - $119,001.54 Annually
Location : Moreno Valley
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 26-98727-01
Department: RUHS-Medical Center
Division: Clerical
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/17/2026 11:00 PM Pacific

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside University Health Systems - Medical Center seeks a PACS Administrator to join the Radiology Team in Moreno Valley.
Under general direction, performs professional duties in support of the medical center Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS); and performs other related duties as required.

The PACS Administrator class is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the PACS, assuring the quality control of medical diagnostic images and files. Incumbents are expected to diagnose, repair, maintain, test, and install upgrades of all PACS-associated hardware and software, while ensuring its optimal performance.
Examples of essential duties may include, but are not limited to, providing application-level support for the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), including image workflow, auto-routing, and related functions; installing, configuring, testing, maintaining, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performing required backups of PACS and associated hardware and software. The incumbent integrates diagnostic images with the Hospital Information System (HIS) and Radiology Information System (RIS), ensuring digital image data is accurately transferred into PACS, validating RIS data, handling exceptions, and collaborating with the Information Services department to maintain the reliable operation of PACS hardware and software for the efficient distribution of medical diagnostic images to end users. Responsibilities also include monitoring PACS performance in relation to overall network performance to minimize downtime and system slowdowns, preparing performance reports, and making recommendations for improvements. Additionally, the position provides user training on the proper use and operation of PACS equipment and software applications while maintaining effective working relationships with patients, visitors, departmental staff, and hospital personnel.

Work Schedule: 9/80, Monday - Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. with every other Monday off.

Required Certifications and Licenses:
  • Valid license to practice as a Certified Radiologic Technologist in the State of California
  • Valid fluoroscopy permit issued by the California State Department of Health Services
  • Certified PACS Associate is preferred.


EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Provide application-level PACS support, including image workflow, auto routing, and other activities; install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot PACS and associated devices and software; perform backups as required.
• Integrate diagnostic images with Hospital Information Systems (HIS) and Radiological Information Systems (RIS); ensure that digital image data transfers are properly entered into the PACS system, RIS validation, and exceptions handling; collaborate with the Information Services department to ensure the smooth operation of all PACS hardware and software for efficient distribution of medical diagnostic images to end users.
• Monitor PACS performance as it relates to overall network performance in order to minimize slowdowns and downtime; prepare reports on PACS performance and make recommendations based on findings.
• Provide user training in regards to the proper use and operation of PACS equipment and software applications.
• Maintain an effective work relationship with patients, visitors, departmental and hospital staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology.

Experience: One year of radiologic technology experience comparable to an acute care facility, including some experience with PACS technology.

License/Certificate:

Possession of a valid license to practice as a Certified Radiologic Technologist in the State of California.

Possession of a valid fluoroscopy permit as issued by the California State Department of Health Services.

Certified PACS Associate is preferred.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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For questions regarding this recruitment:

Contact Denise DeCamp at (951) 955-0196 or Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
BENEFIT PROGRAM: SEI
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
  • Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:
  1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

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