PACS Manager jobs in Santa Maria, CA

LOCATION SUMMARY:

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs the operational administration and network management of the Picture Archiving Communication Systems (PACS). Performs daily system, performance and quality control monitoring. Exercises discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance, evaluating and comparing possible courses-of-action, and making decisions or recommendations after considering the various possibilities.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Oversees operations of image workflow. Works closely with department administrators/personnel and information systems to streamline all processes and data flow. Maintains responsibility for the daily operations of PACS equipment. Uses consistent exercise of discretion and judgment. Performs software product evaluations, analyses and designs for interdepartmental systems projects. Performs audits of scheduled appointments, comparing to posted charges for accuracy. Reviews charge reports for correct charges passing and charges that are suspending as needed. Maintains and updates master files, verifies charges for accuracy, ensures all exams are accounted and solves billing problems as needed. Trains and supports medical, technical and clerical staff on PACS. Serves as key resource for system issues and user questions. Develops dictation processes and trains new voice recognition (VR) system users. Develops, documents and communicates PACS policies and procedures. Keeps abreast of new methods, technologies and industry trends that may affect the PACS network. Assists in the maintenance of audiology equipment and supplies. Coordinates calibration and servicing of the audiology equipment as needed. Cleans all equipment, or arranges to have it cleaned, according to the recommendations of infection control. Serves as technical leader on daily tasks and cases. Models/mentors and trains staff on technical skills. Recommends and coordinates scheduling of work assignments, daily priorities and directing the work of staff. Provides input into hiring and promotion. performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience:

• Associate's/Technical degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Five years' technical experience: Preferred
• Informatics experience: Preferred 
• Intermediate Computer Skills: Required

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Adheres to the Adventist Health Mission, Vision and Values statements. Complies with behavioral standards, policies, procedures and handbooks established by the organization and their respective ministries. Abides by the guiding principles of the Code of Conduct.

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.