County of Riverside
PACS Administrator - Radiology (Finance)
The Riverside University Health Systems Medical Center seeks a PACS Administrator to join our Radiology Team in Moreno Valley.
This position will be responsible for the medical center's Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS) through the daily operation and maintenance of the PACS, assuring the quality control of medical diagnostic images/files, and diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, testing, and installing upgrades of all PACS associated hardware and software, while ensuring its optimal performance. This will be a 9/80 schedule mid-day shift (hours will be determined once training is complete).
Meet the Team!
Riverside University Health Systems (RUHS) RUHS mission is to improve the health and well-being of our patients and communities through our dedication to exceptional and compassionate care, education, and research.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Provide application-level PACS support, including image workflow, auto routing, and other activities; install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot PACS and associated devices and software; perform backups as required.
• Integrate diagnostic images with Hospital Information Systems (HIS) and Radiological Information Systems (RIS); ensure that digital image data transfers are properly entered into the PACS system, RIS validation, and exceptions handling; collaborate with the Information Services department to ensure the smooth operation of all PACS hardware and software for efficient distribution of medical diagnostic images to end users.
• Monitor PACS performance as it relates to overall network performance in order to minimize slowdowns and downtime; prepare reports on PACS performance and make recommendations based on findings.
• Provide user training in regards to the proper use and operation of PACS equipment and software applications.
• Maintain an effective work relationship with patients, visitors, departmental and hospital staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology.
Experience: One year of radiologic technology experience comparable to an acute care facility, including some experience with PACS technology.
License/Certificate:
Possession of a valid license to practice as a Certified Radiologic Technologist in the State of California.
AND
Possession of a valid fluoroscopy permit as issued by the California State Department of Health Services.
Certification: Certified PACS Associate is preferred.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Condition of Employment
In accordance with the California Department of Public Health Order dated August 5, 2021, health care facility workers who work in indoor settings where care is provided to patients or where patients have access for any purpose must be vaccinated against COVID-19 as follows: first dose of a one-dose regimen or second dose of a two-dose regimen, by September 30, 2021. Consideration may be given to candidates who are in the process of completing their vaccination regimen.
The Order allows for workers to be exempt from the vaccination requirements by providing the facility with a declination form signed by the individual stating either of the following: (1) the worker is declining vaccination based on Religious Beliefs; or (2) the worker is excused from receiving any COVID-19 vaccine due to Qualifying Medical Reasons. Workers who are exempted from the vaccination requirements must observe all other infection control requirements, including face coverings and regular COVID testing at the frequency required by their work site.
A requirement of employment is to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or a completed COVID-19 Vaccination Declination form (filled out by the candidate and their medical provider as appropriate), during the pre-employment process. Failure to submit the required documentation may render a candidate ineligible to move forward in the process.
Veterans Preference:
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. Policy is available here:
https://www.rivcocob.org/wpcontent/uploads/2018/07/C-3-Veterans-Preference-Program.pdf
What's Next?
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0< 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4< 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.