PACS and Radiology IT Systems Administrator

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a PACS and Radiology IT Systems Administrator. This role involves supporting imaging IT systems, ensuring data integrity, and providing staff training. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills, relevant qualifications, and experience with clinical IT systems. Opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Dynamic working environment

Flexible working requests welcomed

Qualifications

• Experience working with clinical IT systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of imaging department workflows.
• Good understanding of principles of Information Governance.

Responsibilities

• Daily monitoring of RIS, PACS & VNA system performance.
• Perform application configuration for imaging IT systems.
• Support planning and management of system upgrades.
• Extract complex statistical information from the systems.
• Provide training for all diagnostic imaging staff.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manipulate statistical data using Microsoft Excel

Education

Educated to degree level

Registered Health Care Professional or significant experience supporting Healthcare or Radiology IT systems

Recognised IT qualification / certification

Project management and ITIL Foundation level qualification

Tools

Basic use of MS Office products

Knowledge of DICOM

Knowledge of HL7

Job description

PACS and Radiology IT Systems Administrator

The Royal Marsden Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is Europe's largest Oncology Centre with sites in Chelsea and Sutton and soon to be Cavendish Square . The Diagnostic Imaging department provides an essential service to the Trust which includes CT, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, PET, digital Interventional service and CR general X-ray, all of which are linked to the PACS and RIS system.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Imaging Systems IT support team across all three sites and participate in the planned non residential PACs on call service . You will need significant experience working as a Registered Healthcare Professional working with clinical IT systems or proven experience of clinical IT systems support .

The individual will need to be flexible, focused and meticulous with a positive attitude to change, to assist the PACS and Radiology IT systems manager in steering the diagnostic imaging department through implementation of imaging IT systems to deliver the changes needed for the future developments in imaging.

Main duties of the job

This is a specialised post supporting all of the existing imaging IT systems within the Trust including the Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS), Radiology Information System (RIS) and Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA).

The post-holder will be responsible for the content, integrity, safe use and security of the imaging IT systems in the clinical environment, working closely with the Trust's IT provider and third party suppliers to maintain effective service delivery.

The post holder will have a key role in supporting the PACS and Radiology IT Systems Manager in projects to integrate new imaging equipment, perform system upgrades and implementation of new imaging IT systems.

It is a challenging role for someone who can work under pressure. You will need polished verbal and written communication skills dealing with queries within and outside the trust.

The ideal candidates must demonstrate a commitment to professional development and show a keen interest in the future of their profession and the Diagnostic Imaging services. They will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain and develop the highest standards of imaging. In return the successful applicant will be offered a high standard of support towards their career pathway.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification.

Daily monitoring of RIS, PACS & VNA system performance and imaging system interfaces.

Perform imaging IT system application configuration such as addition of exams codes, set up and maintenance of RIS templates, creation and modification of PACS display protocols and worklists.

Support the planning and management of system upgrades, liaising with affected system users, advising users of business continuity procedures during periods of system unavailability.

Extract complex statistical information from the systems to meet routine and ad hoc information requirements.

Manage the integrity of data and studies on imaging IT systems to ensure timely availability of diagnostic imaging data and reports.

Provide training for all diagnostic imaging staff in use of the imaging IT systems in accordance with their job descriptions and service needs.

Deputise for the PACS & Radiology Systems Manager when necessary and act as the lead for the clerical team when required ensuring the team are supported in their role.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

• Educated to degree level
• Registered Health Care Professional or significant experience supporting Healthcare or Radiology IT systems
• Recognised IT qualification / certification
• Project management and ITIL Foundation level qualification

Knowledge and Experience

• Experience working with clinical IT systems
• Comprehensive knowledge of imaging department workflows
• Good understanding of principles of Information Governance
• Basic computer and keyboard skills and competent in the basic use of MS office products
• Previous experience of supporting and administering imaging IT systems
• Knowledge of DICOM and HL7
• Understanding of computer networks
• Experience in training users in the use of imaging IT systems

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to prioritise own and others workload
• Ability to work using own initiative within appropriate boundaries
• Attention to detail with an ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to manipulate statistical data using Microsoft Excel

Personal Attributes

• Enthusiastic with an ability to motivate others
• Willing to take ownership and accountability
• Approachable
• A flexible approach to meet the needs of the role and the service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.