Network & DICOM Integration Engineer

Radiology Partners

2d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Summary: The Network and DICOM Integration Engineer is responsible for defining, documenting and implementing WAN integration and DICOM data transfer solutions for new vRad clients. This includes clients that require an onsite hardware solution for reliable and fast data transfer. Provides guidance and high level software support for both business and medical systems. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Install, test and troubleshoot VPN connectivity for new vRad clients Design, deploy and document wide area networks for vRad clients Coordinate with vRad clients to install networking/DICOM gateway hardware in client data centers as required Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to off-site WAN hardware and DICOM gateway software use, support, security and backup Participate in the development and implementation of disaster recovery procedures as they pertain to WAN infrastructure for clients using vRad hardware onsite Communicate with other departments in reporting and resolving software, hardware and operational issues that impact WAN connectivity or DICOM data transfer Support connectivity to vRad PACS and RIS production systems Escalation to engineering resources on bugs and enhancements for both business and medical systems Serve as an escalation point for Tier2/Tier3 Tech Support organization for WAN connectivity and data transfer Ability to participate in on-call rotation as needed to support radiologists and other systems support issues Other duties as assigned Qualifications/Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred 5+ years network experience CCNA or CCNP level of understanding of routing and switching 4+ years IPSEC VPN tunnel management Experience with Medical Imaging and PACS, including an in-depth knowledge of DICOM transfer protocols Strong project management, critical thinking, and analytical skills Ability to communicate clearly with customers at all levels of expertise Expertise in various networking topologies and protocols Experience with network monitoring systems Experience with trouble ticketing systems Network Address Translation (NAT) and subnetting skills Experience with Internet services and protocols Working with multi-vendor firewall and VPN devices: Cisco ASA, Cisco Pix, Cisco Concentrator, SonicWall, CheckPoint, Nortel Contivity, Juniper, WatchGuard and Symantec DICOM router/gateway experience Experience with various System Operating Systems, such as Windows, Linux and Unix Job Classification: Sedentary- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. A sedentary job involves sitting most of the time. Pay Transparency: 80,000-100,000 About vRad vRad (Virtual Radiologic) is a national teleradiology practice made up of 500+ radiologists who help expand access to lifesaving care for millions of patients each year. We're also a leader in radiologist workflow technology, supporting hospitals and groups across the country with innovative imaging solutions. Behind it all is a team that thrives in a casually professional, fast-paced, and collaborative environment. We take pride in what we do and in how we support each other, recognizing the extra effort it takes to deliver excellence every day. At vRad, your work truly makes a difference. As a Top Workplace Award winner, we’re known for our mission-driven culture, passion for innovation, and the energy our team brings to everything we do. vRad is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. vRad is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone has equal access and equitable resources to reach their full potential. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. For more information, visit https://www.vrad.com/team-member-careers/ vRad participates in E-Verify. Radiology Partners provides radiologists and support teammates with an inclusive and supportive workplace culture that promotes success and helps drive the excellent service we provide to our patients, referring physicians, clients and communities. We are Great Place to Work-Certified™ and believe in a community of belonging where all teammates have a voice at the table. Our shared mission, values and principles are foundational to everything we do.

Requirements

5+ years network experience
CCNA or CCNP level of understanding of routing and switching
4+ years IPSEC VPN tunnel management
Experience with Medical Imaging and PACS, including an in-depth knowledge of DICOM transfer protocols
Strong project management, critical thinking, and analytical skills
Ability to communicate clearly with customers at all levels of expertise
Expertise in various networking topologies and protocols
Experience with network monitoring systems
Experience with trouble ticketing systems
Network Address Translation (NAT) and subnetting skills
Experience with Internet services and protocols
Working with multi-vendor firewall and VPN devices: Cisco ASA, Cisco Pix, Cisco Concentrator, SonicWall, CheckPoint, Nortel Contivity, Juniper, WatchGuard and Symantec
DICOM router/gateway experience
Experience with various System Operating Systems, such as Windows, Linux and Unix

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Install, test and troubleshoot VPN connectivity for new vRad clients
Design, deploy and document wide area networks for vRad clients
Coordinate with vRad clients to install networking/DICOM gateway hardware in client data centers as required
Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to off-site WAN hardware and DICOM gateway software use, support, security and backup
Participate in the development and implementation of disaster recovery procedures as they pertain to WAN infrastructure for clients using vRad hardware onsite
Communicate with other departments in reporting and resolving software, hardware and operational issues that impact WAN connectivity or DICOM data transfer
Support connectivity to vRad PACS and RIS production systems
Escalation to engineering resources on bugs and enhancements for both business and medical systems
Serve as an escalation point for Tier2/Tier3 Tech Support organization for WAN connectivity and data transfer
Ability to participate in on-call rotation as needed to support radiologists and other systems support issues
Other duties as assigned