Electronic Imaging Technician

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking an Electronic Imaging Technician to support radiology imaging workflows at Riverside Methodist Hospital with a rotating weekend at Grant Medical Center. This entry‑level role is full-time, with day shifts on weekdays and variable weekend hours.

It’s ideal for someone pursuing a degree in radiology or imaging and who is detail oriented and computer savvy. Responsibilities include assisting PACS users, educating physicians on software, and distributing reports and images to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in medical setting preferred.
• Proficient with PACS/RIS and Microsoft products.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls from internal and external customers seeking images or reports.
• Assist PACS users and educate physicians on software.
• Retrieve and create patients' electronic folders via RIS, PACS and related software.
• Troubleshoot PACS issues and maintain radiology equipment and related tools.
• Participate in departmental process improvement initiatives and support related duties.

Skills

Customer service experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

PACS

RIS

CareConnect

Job description

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Job Description Summary

The Electronic Imaging Technician works under the direction of the Manager of Radiology Support Services (Imaging Service Center). Conducts technical support to internal and external customers by efficiently performing a wide variety of tasks utilizing Picture and Archive Communications systems (PACS) technology with the ultimate goal of accurate and efficient utilization of electronic/manual image and data storage, reporting and distribution methodologies. For this position we are looking for candidates who are detail oriented, can efficiently multi-task, has direct customer service experience, and who is computer savvy. Candidates must have experience with Microsoft products and be comfortable learning the additional system applications used to perform the job. This position is full-time Monday-Friday at Riverside Methodist Hospital with a rotating weekend requirement at Grant Medical Center. The hours Monday-Friday are day shift, and the hours on the weekend will vary. This entry‑level position is ideal for someone thinking of pursuing a degree in the radiology/imaging field.

Responsibilities And Duties

40%Receives calls from external and internal customers who are needing images and/or reports. Assists PACs users throughout the organization in the use of PACS product to improve and assure accuracy of the patient imaging medical record. Educate physicians on use of all applicable software. Assist the radiologist, other physicians, and staff in the execution of their duties by acting as a resource person for timely, effective use of electronic and manual files of imaging records. Provide customers comprehensive technology problem determination and resolution using documented procedures and available tools.

35 % Retrieve and/or create patients' electronic folders. Access reports and/or other patient exam data via the RIS, PACS and related software systems. Communicate reports and/or image data to the appropriate physician and other customers in a timely manner. Re-print and package images via PACS, and/or CDs for distribution and delivery to physicians and other customers utilizing proper quality assurance measures.

20%Troubleshoot, resolve, and document; a) unread studies, b) exam problems within the PACS system, to meet established turn around times of exam availability, and proper exam coding for revenue purposes. Research solutions to problems working with PACS team and Radiology staff. Escalates problems as appropriate to ensure management awareness of problems that are severe and/or require engineering support. Maintain equipment for Radiology Department, such as, printers, computer, fax, etc. and able to delegate to appropriate service area for unresolved failures.

5%Actively participate on departmental Process Improvement Initiatives and other related duties as required. Recommend solutions to processes, procedures and technology to ensure continuous refinements and improvements in customer services.

Minimum Qualifications

High School or GED (Required)

Additional Job Description

One to two years experience in medical setting or six months experience with completion of medical terminology and anatomy courses along with knowledge of CareConnect and Picture and Archive Communications systems.

Work Shift

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

Radiology Office

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment