Systems Administrator - Radiology Engineering
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Radiology is seeking a PACS Systems Administrator to be responsible for day-to-day operation of PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) equipment including image workflow, archiving, auto-routing, diagnostic viewing, prefetching and other related activities. The PACS team oversees complete capture of DICOM digital image data into the PACS system while ensuring timely access to diagnostic quality images is available 365x24x7, providing both hardware and software support for servers and workstations. Works to implement and support many other image post-processing systems alongside the PACS environment for multiple hospital departments. This position is critical to supporting patient care and will require an ability to become proficient with an in-depth understanding of all Radiology interoperability and end user workflow and support. Other duties as assigned.
Position Responsibilities:
- Analysis: Aids in the implementation and support of key Radiology IT platforms. Actively seeks process improvement opportunities within the department and presents those to department leadership.
- Implementation: Performs basic configuration and installation of organization-wide Radiology IT solutions. Assists with the integration of key systems and platforms. Ensures system backup strategies are developed.
- Documentation: Documents all work orders and project related work. Diagrams system architecture for implemented solutions. Creates how-to documentation for end-users.
- Support: Plays a key team role in providing support of multiple complex and integrated Radiology IT solutions. Interacts with team members at all levels of the organization. Participates in department on call rotation. Coordinates regularly with the hospital IT department. Aids in developing scripts to improve the management and support of Radiology IT systems.
- Relationship Management: Provides a high level of customer services to key individuals across all levels of the organization, inside and outside of Radiology. Regularly interacts with physicians and other clinical staff. Participates in project and support calls with vendors.
- Leadership: Assists in onboarding new department staff members. Shares knowledge of existing systems with new staff.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job.
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. ®
Pay Grade: 4B https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure-b
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications
- Completion of a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology or Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of STEM-focused education and experience is required.
- 1-3 years of experience working with computer hardware and operating systems.
- Basic knowledge and experience of networking and computer operating systems.
- Demonstrated high mechanical aptitude.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Driver's license and ability to meet the University of Iowa Fleet Management Driver’s safety requirements.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and be able to return to UIHC within a 30-minute commute time.
Desirable Qualifications
- Working knowledge of network routing and switching technologies.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.
- Basic knowledge of radiology imaging technologies.
- Demonstrated ability to install, maintain and repair high performance workstation hardware.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Server Operating Systems.
- Working knowledge of network security and data privacy principles.
- Working knowledge of scripting and/or coding, for example Powershell.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving ability in order to resolve issues and insure functionality.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently or within a team environment.
- Experience working in a medical center and/or enterprise IT environment.
- Experience in the assembly, installation, troubleshooting and repair of computer hardware and software.
Application Process:
To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and a cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. For additional questions, please contact Travis Balchunas at travis-balchunas@uiowa.edu.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
