PACS Systems Analyst
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Summary
Implements and maintains the radiology systems including PACS, RIS, and voice systems and their functionality. Ensures the efficient operation of a PACS by supporting the organization's mission and assuring the integrity of images and information. On-call as required by the department.
Job description
Summary
Implements and maintains the radiology systems including PACS, RIS, and voice systems and their functionality. Ensures the efficient operation of a PACS by supporting the organization's mission and assuring the integrity of images and information. On-call as required by the department.
Job Duties
- Performs care, support, roll out, and maintenance of the radiology systems, including PACS, RIS, and Voice.
- Configures, maintains, and documents user access, user profiles, and system configurations.
- Monitors image quality and calibration.
- Provides instruction and training to users.
- Maintains integrity of images; correct patient ID, MRNs, labeling, etc.
- Performs system back-up on a daily and weekly basis.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in radiology, health related field, or computer science.
- 3 years in radiology and/or technology/IT.
- Knowledge of Radiology operations.
- Knowledge of PACS, RIS, Voice Systems, and their functionality.
- Knowledge of Windows operating system, UNIX, and associated tools.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in radiology, health related field, or computer science
- 3 years in radiology and/or technology/IT
- Knowledge of Radiology operations
- Knowledge of PACS, RIS, Voice Systems, and their functionality
- Knowledge of Windows operating system, UNIX, and associated tools
Company overview
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a major healthcare provider and hospital network based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, serving the Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania regions. Founded in 1899, LVHN operates as a comprehensive healthcare system with 13 hospital campuses, 28 health centers, numerous primary and specialty care physician practices, and multiple urgent care locations. The network's flagship facility, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, is Pennsylvania's third-largest hospital and features the state's first Level One Trauma Center. LVHN provides a wide range of medical services including specialized institutes for cancer care, heart and vascular treatment, surgical excellence, orthopedics, and neuroscience. The network operates the third-largest heart surgery program in Pennsylvania, performing over 1,200 open-heart procedures annually, and maintains one of the state's largest cancer centers treating over 2,400 new patients each year. In August 2024, LVHN completed a merger with Jefferson Health, becoming part of a larger healthcare system with 32 hospitals and over 700 locations across Pennsylvania. Prior to the merger, LVHN was the largest employer in the Lehigh Valley metropolitan region, with approximately 20,000 employees dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community.