PACS Admin – Middletown, NY

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Act as the immediate line coordinator for the PACS, and VR support and management services
• Operate at an expert level in all areas of the departmental digital image acquisition, reporting and retrieval processes
• Manage all radiology department aspects in the local operation of the PACS and VR and associated technology including radiology data integrity and departmental security
• Coordinate with IT any/all radiology department network access issues. Request network access services as appropriate. This may include managing the introduction of new technology hardware/software
• First point of contact for department queries from radiologists and staff regarding the operation of the PACS, VR and policies related thereto
• Recognized front end expert user of PACS-RIS-Powerscribe and associated equipment through having knowledge and in-depth workflow experience in digital imaging radiology departments
• Perform regular systems tests, generate internal department reports and participate in clinical audit and trials as appropriate
• Suggest adjustments to the systems when required and to undertake remedial action where necessary. Where such remedial action is not possible they must be able to communicate the complex issues to the appropriate agency (IT dept. / vendors)
• Responsible for the development and deployment of departmental policies and procedures associated with the PACSNR systems
• Generate both adhoc and regular statistical reports based on complex data sets. Communicate the statistical results (including informatics, analysis and clinical staff) in a range of formats, including written and verbal
• Responsible for training staff/Radiologists in the use of the PACS and VR and associated technology, and ability to answer general and complex queries regarding both
• Liaison with Clinical Managers/Supervisors and Clerical Administrators in the Radiology Departments and be the radiology contact between them and the software/vendor providers and IT helpdesks
• Liaison with outside departments with imaging equipment related Pacs projects and maintenance
• Aid in RIS maintenance and assist with issues as they arise
• Regular attendance in Radiology staff and administrative meetings
• Maintain strictest confidentiality in all aspects
• Perform other related duties assigned as necessary

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• 4+ years of experience in PACS (Picture archiving and communication systems) 
• 3+ years of Radiology/ cardiology clinical experience and IT/ networking experience 
• Ability to work weekends/ on calls as required
• Access to reliable transportation & valid US driver’s license

Preferred Skills: 

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally to all staff and physicians
• Ability to creatively focus on concrete solutions to issues in an often-high stress environment
  
• Knowledge of radiology workflow and strong organizational skills
• Maintain a well-organized, clear, ‘thinking’ approach to all aspects of position

The salary range for this role is $71,600 to $140,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

 UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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