Radiology Informatics Specialist/ Quality Assurance Tech Radiology/Full-time

POSITION SUMMARY: The Radiology Informatics Specialist manages and ensures timely and complete capture of Digital Imaging and communications in Medicine (DICOM) digital Image data into the PACS system. The Radiology Informatics Specialist manages; radiology information systems validation (RIS) and exceptions handling (occurrences of special condition). The Radiology Informatics Specialist reports to the Imaging Director/Manager and IS Department with accountability to both the clinical and the IS departments.

After completion of additional training in the field of Picture Achieving and Communication Systems, and established competence, the Radiology Informatics Specialist is able to obtain the position of a PACS Administrator within 12 month.

This position also functions as the Radiology Quality Manager, by overseeing and performing in collaboration with the RSO all QA/QC functions as it relates to regulatory requirements in radiology, as specified by Joint Commission and ACR standards.

This position must maintain a productive relationship with radiologists, technologists, doctors, department managers, Information Systems, and anyone in a leadership position within the hospital and of site clinics.

This position supports strategic organizational goals using information technology to facilitate customer service, improve patient care and resolve business related problems. Integral to the role is serving as a key contributor in the selection of information systems.

This position requires that the administer steps in and performs direct patient care if required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:  Graduate of an accredited program for radiologic technology with a minimum of 6 years radiology technology experience. Associate’s Degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Basic PACS experience is required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: ARRT (RT) with current New Mexico State License, and BLS certification required.

SKILLS:  Demonstrated experience with current systems analysis principles, practices, tools and techniques Knowledge of and experience with current PACS system and application and design principles and concepts, including:

• Technical and operations documentation standards

Proven ability to communicate effectively with users and staff who have a variety of levels of knowledge, skills and responsibilities:

• Assist personnel in the operation of computer systems and applications
• Develop user, technical and operational training courses and requirements.
• Prepare documentation, charts, graphs, project plans, training materials and other written communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Professional work habits and demeanor, including:

• Ability to work independently or with limited supervision
• Ability to work well with people from different disciplines who may have varying degrees of technical expertise.
• Ability to work in a team environment and to contribute to the effective functioning of that team.
• Strong computer skills

EXPERIENCE: 

Minimum Qualifications: Technologist with a minimum of three years experience using a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). Mechanical aptitude and ability with attention to detail required. Clinical experience with emphasis on radiology systems required.

Desired Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or 5 years PACS Administrator experience preferred.  Strong computer skills required. Biomedical and/or IT experience preferred. Knowledge of McKesson Horizon PACS/CPACS, Cerner RadNet RIS preferred. Project management experience strongly preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Manager, Imaging Services

ENVIRONMENT:

-Bloodborne pathogen:  A

General office and hospital setting with exposure to computer room and patient care environment.

PHYSICAL and SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:  

1. Some in-town travel required
2. May be required to work outside of normal working hours while on call for issue resolution
3. May be required to work long hours during critical problems or implementations
4. May be required to withhold paid-time off during critical problems or implementations provided adequate notice is given.
5. Ability to lift and transfer objects typically not in excess of 50 lbs.
6. Extended use of video display terminal and keyboard utilizing sound ergonomic principles.