PACS Assistant

Responsibilities

• Reviews all current imaging exams and manages by retrieving archived imaging from a storage database.
• Utilizes PACs to produce image CDs for patients, departments, and clinics as required.
• Pushes images electronically via email, Ambra, or VPN.
• Digitizes hard copy films as required for storage/interpretation on PACs.
• Implements protocols as directed by the system PACs Administrators.
• Participates in department in-service programs.
• Follows PACs policies and procedures which enable patients and their images to flow through the system in an efficient manner.

Requirements

• Licensure, Registration And/or Certification: None Required.
• Education: High School Graduate.
• Experience: None required.

Skills

• Proficient in AAH PACs, McKesson and EPIC systems.
• Performs all job responsibilities in an efficient and thorough manner.
• Maintains competencies and complies with continuing education as necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new system applications.
• Proficient computer skills including experience in word processing.
• Excellent public relations/communication skills and demonstrated professionalism to interact with physicians, patients, visitors and team members.
• Excellent organizational skills and customer service skills.
• Must be able to multi‑task and have a high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high volume area with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to follow directions and work well both independently and with technologists, physicians and patients.

Qualifications

• Physical Requirements: Sits, stands, and walks various times throughout the day; may sit approximately 90% of the workday.
• Must lift up to 10 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Working Conditions: Exposed to a normal office environment.