PACS Assistant

Department:

36309 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Radiology Informatics

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hours Per Week:

16

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Day shift Radiology Informatics, 2 shifts per week.

Pay Range

$20.80 - $31.20

Major 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.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required:

• None Required.

Education Required:

• High School Graduate.

Experience Required:

•   None required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Proficient in AAH PACs, McKesson and EPIC systems.
• Performs all job responsibilities in an efficient and thorough manner.
• Maintain competencies and comply 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 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.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and