PACS Administrator

BMML Bay Medical Management, LLC; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 67,984 - 83,978; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

BMML Bay Medical Management, LLC in Walnut Creek, CA, is looking for a dedicated PACS Administrator. This role involves managing imaging informatics platforms to enhance healthcare operations throughout Northern California. The PACS Administrator will carry out data management, ensure system performance, and support Radiology operations.

Candidates should have experience with PACS platforms and the ability to perform audits and system support. The company offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational management of imaging informatics platforms.
• Certification from the PACS Administrators Registry and Certification Association (PARCA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational management of imaging informatics platforms.
• Manage data integrity of Radiology PACS systems.
• Plan, install, test, and support PACS and related systems.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation.
• Collaborate with IT and Imaging teams on projects.

Skills

Experience in computer and information systems

Knowledge of DICOM and HL7 standards

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Communication and collaboration skills

Tools

PACS platforms such as Intelerad

Philips IntelliSpace

McKesson

Sectra

Visage

GE Centricity

Job description

At Bay Medical Management, LLC (BMMLLC), we deliver essential administrative and management services that strengthen healthcare operations across Northern California. Based in Walnut Creek, CA, we are a management services organization (MSO) specializing in practice management, healthcare billing, clinical operations, provider contracting, finance, human resources, healthcare IT, and marketing.

Reporting to the Clinical IT Manager, the PACS Administrator provides operational management of imaging informatics platforms to support local facility operations. The PACS Administrator is responsible for data management and integrity of Radiology PACS systems, including worklist management, data reconciliation, and performance monitoring of PACS components to support 24/7 Radiology operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties may be assigned.
• Demonstrate experience in computer and information systems, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Develop and write action plans for project implementation and long-term system planning.
• Plan, install, test, and provide operational support for digital imaging (PACS) and related ancillary systems, including operating systems, networking, software, and system administration to support radiology operations.
• Participate in an after-hours on‑call rotation to provide technical support.
• Provide guidance and support for Help Desk staff and Clinical Application Specialists as needed.
• Support the Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) standard as it relates to system operations.
• Apply knowledge of the HL7 standard for exchanging, integrating, sharing, and retrieving electronic health information, particularly related to patient registration and reporting in a PACS environment.
• Analyze and monitor system performance and make proactive recommendations to improve performance and stability.
• Collaborate with departments across the company and with hospital IT and Imaging teams on planning, installation, execution, maintenance, and support of PACS‑related projects.
• Implement and administer policies and procedures related to PACS system goals and objectives.
• Establish and communicate workflow changes and conduct quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with standard practices.
• Perform audits, gather statistics, and prepare reports for management and quality improvement initiatives within Radiology systems.
• Remotely troubleshoot and repair PACS software‑related issues for assigned facilities, ensuring timely resolution and minimal system downtime.
• Maintain data integrity and manage quality assurance (QA) and local PACS reconciliations.
• Provide local system support and user training for processes, software upgrades, and peripheral installations in alignment with regional guidelines.
• Monitor and evaluate system performance continuously, making proactive recommendations to enhance reliability and efficiency.

Preferred Experience and Certifications

• Experience with PACS platforms such as Intelerad, Philips IntelliSpace, McKesson, Sectra, Visage, or GE Centricity.
• Certification from the PACS Administrators Registry and Certification Association (PARCA) is preferred.

Salary Range: $49.35 - $60.96 per hour. Compensation is based on level and requirements of the role.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and a generous profit‑sharing program
• Paid time off including vacation (starting at up to 3 weeks/year), sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), and health reimbursement accounts (HRA) for select health plans
• Company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A wide range of voluntary plans—from pet insurance to identity theft protection

E-Verify: Bay Medical Management, LLC participates in E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all individuals hired to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Bay Medical Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristics.