Imaging Records & PACS Specialist

Optum; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

OptumCare is seeking a records management specialist in Everett, WA to handle imaging requests, prepare records for transfer, and support the Radiology Department. You will load images, enter data in EPIC, and ensure HIPAA compliance while coordinating with external facilities.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and experience with radiology information systems. Eligible candidates will work on-site with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Proven knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation for typing patient information.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain efficient workflow throughout Data Management areas of Radiology.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public, adept at customer service.
• Demonstrated skills in general computer use, Bar Code Readers, Copy machines, Fax machines, Printers, Digitizers, CD Burners, Radiology Information Systems, and Electronic Imaging systems.
• Ability to speak clear and concise, read, understand and follow oral and written instruction.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills imaging records requests for patients, external facilities, and HIM Legal desk.
• Prepares imaging records for patient or courier pick-up, outgoing mail, electronic transfer, and faxes reports as requested.
• Pushes and receives/uploads images electronically to/from approved external facilities via PACS.
• Prepares Release of Information form to accompany CD's prepared for patient pick up.
• Enters Release into Epic for all patient and continuation of care images and/or report requests.
• Loads images from CD's and digitizes analog film from external facilities to TEC patient record in PACS, returns or properly disposes of records as instructed.
• Enters prior mammography data into mammography reporting system.
• Maintains storage of pediatric films. Coordinates with PACS/RIS Specialists to request addendums upon upload of comparison images.
• Observes HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Sorts and delivers mail and faxes to appropriate people.
• Participates in professional development activities and attends meeting as required.
• Ensures accuracy and timeliness of patient image handling.
• Courteous and professional when responding to large volume of requests for assistance or service in an orderly and timely fashion.
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information.
• Understands and maintains day to day workflow, communicates within the department, while remaining flexible and able to adapt to changing needs and priorities.
• Reports to work as scheduled and on time per clinic policy.
• Responsible for equipment troubleshooting and initiates service calls.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Electronic imaging systems

Radiology information systems

Electronic Health Records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC

Job description

OptumCare is seeking a records management specialist in Everett, WA to handle imaging requests, prepare records for transfer, and support the Radiology Department. You will load images, enter data in EPIC, and ensure HIPAA compliance while coordinating with external facilities.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and experience with radiology information systems. Eligible candidates will work on-site with a comprehensive benefits package.