Senior PACs Administrator

Tufts University • Boston, MA

90d • $96,500 - $144,800

About The Position

The PACS Administrator will be responsible for the management, implementation, and maintenance of our Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to ensuring the secure and efficient storage and transmission of medical images.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Radiologic Technology, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience managing PACS applications.
• Proven experience working with PACS systems in a Dental setting.
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency with DICOM standards.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and data security standards, such as HIPAA.
• Extensive hands-on experience with installing, configuring, and deploying PACS enterprise applications and services.
• Vast experience with PACS vendor application administration, complex data integrations, and PACS application support.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve requests and issues in a highly complex environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with customers and stakeholders across the organization.
• Strong skills to facilitate, coordinate, communicate (verbally and written), and oversee all aspects of PACS application support and delivery.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in PACS administration (e.g., Certified Imaging Informatics Professional - CIIP).
• Leadership skills with the ability to technically steer projects through all stages of a project and software development life cycle.
• Certified as a Radiologic Technician (ARRT) or in Radiology Management (ARM).

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain PACS software systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Provide technical support and training to radiologists, technicians, and other medical staff on the use of the PACS system for image interpretation and diagnosis.
• Implement and enforce security measures to protect patient data and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA.
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to PACS systems, including hardware failures, software glitches, and network problems.
• Conduct training sessions to educate healthcare personnel on how to use the PACS system effectively and securely.
• Collaborate with other healthcare IT professionals to integrate PACS with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other clinical applications for seamless data exchange.
• Monitor system performance and implement optimizations to ensure fast and reliable access to medical images.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity.
• Opportunity to work in a prestigious educational environment.
• Remote working environment with occasional campus visits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree