Imaging Services Technician, PACS & QC Specialist

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego in California seeks staff to provide technical, patient care and clerical support in Radiology, including scheduling procedures and preparing radiographs for interpretation. The role involves PACS workflows, RIS/HIS familiarity, and cross-training across imaging services.

Responsibilities include managing workflow, ensuring equipment readiness, and contributing to quality control and safety initiatives. Flexibility for variable hours and potential overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• BART or BLS certification required at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within 6 months.
• Experience in a hospital Radiology Department setting with working knowledge of RIS and HIS.
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with radiology workflows and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Schedule imaging procedures and coordinate with technologists and radiologists.
• Process radiographs and prepare patients and equipment for procedures.
• Transport patients and ensure radiographs are downloaded into PACS.
• Operate film digitizing equipment, CD burners and document scanners as needed.
• Support quality control, safety, and performance improvement activities within Imaging.

Tools

PACS

RIS

HIS

Job description

UC San Diego in California seeks staff to provide technical, patient care and clerical support in Radiology, including scheduling procedures and preparing radiographs for interpretation. The role involves PACS workflows, RIS/HIS familiarity, and cross-training across imaging services.

Responsibilities include managing workflow, ensuring equipment readiness, and contributing to quality control and safety initiatives. Flexibility for variable hours and potential overtime may be required.