What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACS Assistant position at Advocate Health Care?
Major Responsibilities
- Reviews all current imaging exams and manages by retrieving archived imaging from a storage database.
- Utilizes PACs to produce image CDs for patients, departments, and clinics as required. Pushes images electronically via email, Ambra, or VPN.
- Digitizes hard copy films as required for storage/interpretation on PACs.
- Implements protocols as directed by the system PACs Administrators.
- Participates in department in-service programs.
- Follows PACs policies and procedures which enable patients and their images to flow through the system in an efficient manner.
- None Required.
- High School Graduate.
- None required.
- Proficient in AAH PACs, McKesson and EPIC systems.
- Performs all job responsibilities in an efficient and thorough manner.
- Maintain competencies and comply with continuing education as necessary.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new system applications.
- Proficient computer skills including experience in word processing.
- Excellent public relations/communication skills and demonstrated professionalism to interact with physicians, patients, visitors and team members.
- Excellent organizational skills and customer service skills.
- Must be able to multi-task and a high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume area with little or no supervision.
- Must be able to follow directions and work well both independently and with technologists, physicians and patients.
- Sits, stands, and walks various times throughout the day. May sit approximately 90% percent of the workday.
- Must lift up to 10lbs frequently and up to 50llbs occasionally.
- Must be able to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
- Exposed to a normal office environment.
Salary : $21 - $31