Manager, Radiology PACS

University of Missouri Health Care • Columbia, MO

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About The Position

MU Health Care is looking for a driven, solutions-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about improving patient care through cutting-edge imaging technology. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong technical background, exceptional communication skills, and a talent for building partnerships across clinical, technical, and operational teams. We’re seeking someone who takes initiative, embraces innovation, and is energized by the opportunity to lead complex projects that directly impact the quality and efficiency of care. If you're someone who values precision, accountability, and continuous improvement, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference. Join us and be part of a mission-driven team that’s shaping the future of health care in Missouri and beyond.
ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE
MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.
Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.
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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, healthcare informatics, radiologic technology, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of combined experience in PACS administration and/or Imaging technology systems leadership with direct PACS responsibility such as configuration, workflow build, vendor coordination, and incident resolution.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in PACS administration (e.g., CIIP) , EMR, or health IT systems is strongly preferred.
• Experience with other imaging systems.
• Supervisory experience in a clinical or health IT setting.
• Experience with PACS administration, integration with Cerner EMR, and a strong background in radiology IT operations.
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements the installation, configuration, maintenance, and performance optimization of PACS and associated imaging systems.
• Manages integration processes between PACS and EMR to ensure seamless accessibility of imaging studies within the electronic medical record.
• Leads planning and execution of departmental projects, ensuring alignment with organizational timelines and strict adherence to budgeted resources.
• Collaborates with radiologists, technologists, clinical stakeholders, and IT teams to optimize imaging workflows and data exchange.
• Ensures the execution of system updates, patches, and routine backups for PACS, EMR interfaces, and related systems.
• Provides high-level technical support, analyzing and resolving PACS system issues and user challenges to maintain system performance and user satisfaction.
• Monitors compliance with DICOM and HL7 standards to support accurate and efficient imaging data transmission.
• Coordinates with vendors for system upgrades, issue resolution, and maintenance to ensure service continuity and improvement.
• Ensures adherence to HIPAA and other regulatory standards concerning data security, privacy, and operational protocols.
• Delivers training, support, and guidance to clinical and radiology teams to enhance the effective use of imaging systems and workflows.
• Exercises full authority over personnel actions including hiring, performance evaluations, promotions, disciplinary actions, and terminations in alignment with MU Health Care policies and procedures.
• Manage the development, coordination, and maintenance of daily staffing schedules to ensure the appropriate level of coverage and continuity of care.
• Monitor and oversee time and attendance in alignment with MU Health Care policies and practices, ensuring accuracy of records and timely approval for payroll purposes.
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees