Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) Technologist

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Picture Archiving and Communication Systems PACS Technologist Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Amarillo VA Health Care System Apply Print Share Save

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Summary The PACS Technologist provides guidance instruction maintenance and troubleshooting services in the day-to-day operations of the Radiology Picture Archive and Communication System PACS Voice Recognition System VRS Vista Imaging interface and the Radiology Package in DHCP. The incumbent serves as a specialist providing support in the operation and management of digital image and voice acquisition processing storage and display systems at the Amarillo VA Health Care System.

Duties ----------------

• Provide guidance instruction maintenance and troubleshooting services in the day-to-day operations of the Radiology Picture Archive and Communication System PACS Voice Recognition System VRS Vista Imaging interface and the Radiology Package in DHCP.
• Serve as a specialist providing support in the operation and management of digital image and voice acquisition processing storage and display systems at the Amarillo VA Health Care System.
• Coordinate closely with OI&T and Biomedical Engineering Service.
• Maintain security of the local PACS Network users passwords and the protection and properly authorized distribution of patient information.
• Lead a team of multidisciplinary members in accomplishing strategic planning and integration of PACS and network elements.
• Researches and analyzes problems issues or program requirements supporting the functions of a digital imaging system.
• Determines pertinent issues and collects relevant information from a variety of sources.
• Reviews information and apply standard analytical techniques.
• Develops recommendations and proposals.
• Performs complex system administrator functions such as oversight of RIS Hospital Information SystemRadiology Information System links AE titles individual and user group creation and access management etc.
• Maintains knowledge of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network VistA imaging and database security.
• Specific positioning technique and imaging procedures so heshe will be able to perform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluation.
• Performs Vista Radiology and support activities and general ADPAC duties within Radiology Service and coordinates support throughout the AVAHCS.
• Develops methods and programs to evaluate monitor and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems.
• Ensures that all responsibilities are fulfilled in an efficient timely and satisfactory manner.
• Is a key member of the local PACS team dedicated to the planning developing installation and operation of the PACS and Voice Recognition Imaging Network.
• Serves as a liaison for OI&T Imaging Biomedical employees and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize Imaging modalities and clinical operations as well as distribution capabilities.
• Provides first line support for image transmission or display errors related to modalities Vista interface display workstations and printers.
• Effects repairs when possible instructs users in proper operation or work around and initiates and coordinates repair requests with appropriate services or vendors when necessary.

Requirements ----------------

• United States Citizenship
• Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Education
• Must have completed a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration or the 2 equivalent in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology JRCERT or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education DOE.
• Certification
• Must have a current certification in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology Radiography ARRT R.
• May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria.
• Experience
• At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.
• Examples of GS-10 experience can be found below.
• Note To be equivalent to the GS-10 level experience must have also been earned while holding an active ARRT R Certification.
• The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical Knowledge Skills and Abilities KSAs.
• Knowledge of contingency plans during equipment downtimes.
• Ability to act as liaison for Radiology with biomedical engineering and OI&T.
• Ability to develop methods and programs to evaluate monitor and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems.
• Ability to lead a team of multidisciplinary members in accomplishing strategic planning and integration of PACS and network elements.
• Ability to perform complex system administrator functions such as oversight of RIS Hospital Information SystemRadiology Information System links AE titles individual and user group creation and access management etc.
• Knowledge of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network VistA imaging and database security.
• Knowledge of specific positioning technique and imaging procedures so heshe will be able to perform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluation.
• GS-10 level experience includes but is not limited to the following.
• Reference Picture Archive Communication System PACS Technologist Assignment.
• The PACS technologist provides support and troubleshoots system application issues and instructs users in the proper operation of digital image processing storage and display systems.
• The technologist performs radiology imaging and PACS support activities and general ADPAC duties including user access control.
• The technologist coordinates contingency plans during equipment downtimes and initiates repair requests with appropriate services or vendors.
• The technologist provides oversight of hardware relating to PACS display workstations applications speech recognition hardware and other medical imaging hardware.
• The technologist provides training to radiologists technologists and other clients in the proper and efficient use of imaging hardware and software of the integrated PACS and VistA imaging systems.
• The technologist provides instruction and guidance in daily operations of the ancillary systems such as speech recognition dictation dose reporting systems contrast reporting systems etc.
• The incumbent may function as a DRT which may include complex modalities such as CT MR mammography ultrasound andor IR.
• The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs.
• Ability to provide support and troubleshoot system application and hardware issues and instruct users in the proper operation of digital image processing storage and display systems.
• Ability to perform VistA radiology VistA imaging and PACS support activities and general ADPAC duties including user access control.
• Ability to initiate repair requests with appropriate services or vendors.
• Knowledge of PACS system infrastructure and functionality.
• Ability to provide training to all user levels in the efficient use of imaging hardware and software of the integrated PACS system.
• Knowledge of specific positioning technique and imaging procedures so heshe will be able to perform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluation.
• Preferred Experience
• 2 to 4 years minimum experience managing and maintaining Picture Archiving and Communication Systems PACS in a healthcare setting.
• This includes ensuring PACS servers are online troubleshooting image routing issues and managing user accounts.
• Ability to provide technical assistance to radiologists and other healthcare professionals regarding PACS functionalities.
• Demonstrated ability and initiative for continued learning through internships or working in IT support roles.
• Also demonstrated ability with collaboration with IT teams to ensure data security and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Experience where demonstrated knowledge combines IT expertise with deep understanding of healthcare workflows.
• Ability to work collaboratively with biomedical maintenance on software and hardware issues involving PACS equipment.
• Prior experience working networking with other resources within healthcare systems such as other PACS technologists PACS Administrator and IT personnel.
• Pursuit of Certified Imaging Informatics Professional CIIP or possessing this credential is preferable.
• Demonstrated initiative to troubleshoot issues onsite and offsite.

How You Will Be Evaluated -------------------------

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps and other organizations e.g. professional philanthropic religions spiritual community student social. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

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