Electronic Imaging Tech

OhioHealth • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. The Electronic Imaging Technician works under the direction of the Manager of Radiology Support Services (Imaging Service Center). This role provides technical support to internal and external customers by efficiently performing a wide variety of tasks utilizing Picture and Archive Communications systems (PACS) technology. The ultimate goal is accurate and efficient utilization of electronic/manual image and data storage, reporting and distribution methodologies. Candidates for this full-time, entry-level position should be detail-oriented, able to multi-task efficiently, possess direct customer service experience, and be computer savvy. Experience with Microsoft products is required, and candidates must be comfortable learning additional system applications. The position is primarily Monday-Friday day shift at Riverside Methodist Hospital, with a rotating weekend requirement at Grant Medical Center where weekend hours will vary. This role is ideal for individuals considering a degree in the radiology/imaging field.

Requirements

• High School or GED (Required)
• One to two years experience in medical setting OR six months experience with completion of medical terminology and anatomy courses along with knowledge of CareConnect and Picture and Archive Communications systems.
• Detail oriented
• Efficiently multi-task
• Direct customer service experience
• Computer savvy
• Experience with Microsoft products
• Comfortable learning additional system applications used to perform the job

Responsibilities

• Receives calls from external and internal customers who are needing images and/or reports.
• Assists PACs users throughout the organization in the use of PACS product to improve and assure accuracy of the patient imaging medical record.
• Educate physicians on use of all applicable software.
• Assist the radiologist, other physicians, and staff in the execution of their duties by acting as a resource person for timely, effective use of electronic and manual files of imaging records.
• Provide customers comprehensive technology problem determination and resolution using documented procedures and available tools.
• Retrieve and/or create patients' electronic folders.
• Access reports and/or other patient exam data via the RIS, PACS and related software systems.
• Communicate reports and/or image data to the appropriate physician and other customers in a timely manner.
• Re-print and package images via PACS, and/or CDs for distribution and delivery to physicians and other customers utilizing proper quality assurance measures.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and document; a) unread studies, b) exam problems within the PACS system, to meet established turn around times of exam availability, and proper exam coding for revenue purposes.
• Research solutions to problems working with PACS team and Radiology staff.
• Escalates problems as appropriate to ensure management awareness of problems that are severe and/or require engineering support.
• Maintain equipment for Radiology Department, such as, printers, computer, fax, etc. and able to delegate to appropriate service area for unresolved failures.
• Actively participate on departmental Process Improvement Initiatives and other related duties as required.
• Recommend solutions to processes, procedures and technology to ensure continuous refinements and improvements in customer services.

Benefits

• OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations.
• Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
• Limitless opportunities to learn and grow.
• Supportive, professional environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees