pacs imaging manager

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated PACS Imaging Manager to oversee and maintain the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), related imaging informatics systems, and the Medical Imaging Department. The PACS Imaging Manager will serve as the primary liaison between the radiology department, IT, and system vendors to ensure optimal performance, integration, and security of medical imaging data and workflow. Under general supervision of the Medical Imaging (Ml) Director, accomplishes the Medical Imaging Department's strategic objectives by assisting the Ml Director with planning, organizing, and supervising the assigned functions required to operate and maintain departmental activities and services. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations and performance of PACS, RIS, and associated imaging systems.
• Monitor system integrity, uptime, and data storage, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoot PACS-related issues and provide timely technical support to radiologists, technologists, and clinicians.
• Collaborate with IT and clinical departments on system upgrades, migrations, and integration projects.
• Provide user training and support for PACS functionalities.
• Maintain documentation of system configurations, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing for imaging systems.
• Analyze and optimize imaging workflow to improve efficiency and quality of care.
• Supervises the technical activities of the Medical Imaging department.
• Supervises and is responsible for oversight of all Medical imaging functions, including X-ray, Computed Tomography (CT), Ultrasound, and Magnetic Resonance
• Imaging (MRI), Mammography/DEXA, Interventional Radiology, and the clerical staff.
• Coordinates and directs the daily operations of Sage Memorial Hospital Medical Imaging Department.
• Maintain clinical competencies and continuing education as required by certification/licensure.
• PACS Superuser; providing training, guidance, and troubleshooting to the technical staff regarding the PACS System.
• Meditech Superuser; providing training, guidance and troubleshooting to the technical staff regarding Radiology MEDITECH system.
• Responsible for the development of the student clinical rotation programs, proctorship, supervision, and oversight of radiology students. Ensuring the students are well prepared to sit for final board examinations.
• Assists with the development and implementation of an orientation program for new department employees and provides appropriate staff developmental opportunities.
• Develops and manages the department's staffing schedule.
• Assists in maintaining adequate staffing levels, conducting interviews, and making recommendations for the hiring of qualified candidates.
• Supervises and monitors job performance of each employee and provides input for annual performance evaluations, maintains staff competency skills, initiates individual performance plans, and assists with disciplinary actions, as necessary.
• Motivate employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
• Maintains the radiation badge monitoring program: the radiation badges and the monthly dose reports for the staff.
• Enforces work safety policies and procedures to include the monitoring of excessive radiation dosages.
• Trains & develops Image Gently and Image Wisely program.
• Maintains ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable).
• Provides coaching, counseling, and training to ensure staff are fully trained regarding systems, policies and procedures and proper use and care of equipment. Supervises, operates, and maintains the operations of all fixed and portable radiographic systems.
• Maintains the records on Medical Imaging equipment preventive maintenance, service repairs, and quality control, as necessary.
• Oversee the imaging quality and technical accuracy of the Medical Imaging staff. Maintains the integrity and working order of equipment. Calls and coordinates with the OME/service contract vendor to coordinate preventative maintenance and service repairs.
• Notifies the Medical Imaging Director, ER Providers on-duty, and CMO if CT equipment is down, and the hospital must go onto Trauma Divert
• Assure all patient orders, lab work and consent forms are completed in a timely manner.
• Assists in developing and managing the quality and safety programs and ensures compliance with hospital accreditation requirements.
• Assists with ongoing review and revision of the departmental quality assurance initiatives to improve and provide ongoing patient safety and quality of care.
• Assists in preparation and providing monthly and quarterly reports to the organization's healthcare quality management program.
• Maintain collegial and effective communication with other departments.
• Maintain communication with financial billing office to ensure correct and current reimbursement for services provided by the department.
• Provide inventory control of supplies and equipment assigned to the department.
• Coordinate the department's technology needs; follow the procurement policy for the purchase of hardware and software.
• Assists with Joint Commission surveys, ACR (American College of Radiology) Accreditation and site surveys, and Al Bureau of Radiation surveys.
• Comply with the organization's policies and procedures. Ensures all diagnostic protocols remain current.
• Ensure compliance with all tribal, state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations.
• Always maintain strict confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as required by the Medical Imaging Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in radiologic sciences (BSRS)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in 2 or more modalities.
• Arizona licensure as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and Computerized Tomography Technologist (CTCT).
• Five (5) years' experience in medical imaging with two (2) years progressive experience with supervisory/management in medical imaging, as well as experience and knowledge of medical imaging regulatory agencies, including but not limited to The Joint Commission, and the Arizona Department of Health Services.
• Must have a proven background of obtaining and maintaining more than one modality.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Must be able to pass the Employee Health Program requirements and background investigation successfully.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Certifications:

• Knowledge of applicable tribal, federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, including The Joint Commission Accreditation.
• Knowledge and background of obtaining and maintaining ACR accreditation in 2 or more Medical Imaging modalities.
• Ability to obtain and adhere to the organization's personnel policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of institutional regulations regarding patient care, fire safety, infection control, disaster plans, and emergency codes.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

• Knowledge of radiographic examinations and records management procedures.
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• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of medical imaging equipment and able to identify minor repairs if needed.
• Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mathematics.
• Ability to recognize subtle differences between health and pathological areas.
• Ability to understand and follow diagnostic procedures and documentation protocol.\
• Ability to operate CT, MRI, and X-ray equipment at a minimum.
• Ability to demonstrate cost effectiveness in the use of supplies and equipment as indicated by proper use and minimal waste of supplies.
• Ability to maintain an adequate inventory of all supplies and equipment.
• Ability to gather data information and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and teambuilding skills with empathy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to report and resolve billing reimbursement issues.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to speak the Navajo language and/or familiarity with the Navajo Way.
• Ability to create and present effective presentations.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
• The ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).
• Skills in budget preparation and administration.
• Skill in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing reports.
• Skill in providing leadership, supervision, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
• Ability to think critically, to analyze problems, identify solutions and make recommendations.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Cornier, Ambra, Siemens, GE, Philips, Fuji, Sectra, Agfa, lntelerad
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices related to medical imaging systems.
• Project management skills for system implementation and upgrades.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use arms and hands to reach and grasp objects; talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in an office with moderate noise level. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.

Salary : $80,000 - $120,000