Radiology IT Specialist (JB5448)

Kontak Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare IT seeks a Radiology IT Specialist to support critical infrastructure in a fast-paced hospital setting. This on-site role involves maintaining radiology systems, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with clinical professionals to enhance patient outcomes. Candidates should have solid technical skills and experience in IT infrastructure support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a 2nd or 3rd line IT support role.
• Experience with PACS/RIS preferred.
• Strong networking knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor servers, networks, and databases.
• Provide Level 2/3 support for PACS, RIS, and imaging workstations.
• Ensure data integrity and backups.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Networking

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

3+ years in IT infrastructure support

Tools

Windows Server

Linux Server

SQL Databases

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Radiology IT Specialist (JB5448)
Sunninghill, Johannesburg
R 35 – 40 000 CTC per month
Permanent | On-site | Monday to Friday

Support the critical IT infrastructure that powers advanced radiology operations in a fast-paced hospital environment. From PACS/RIS systems and imaging software to servers and secure networks, you’ll take charge of the platforms that enable accurate diagnoses and streamlined workflows. This role is ideal for a hands-on, technically skilled IT professional with strong troubleshooting abilities and a passion for keeping healthcare systems running at peak performance.

This is your chance to work at the frontline of healthcare IT, where your technical skills directly improve patient outcomes. Enjoy the stability of a permanent, on-site position in a highly specialised environment, gain exposure to cutting-edge radiology systems, and collaborate closely with both clinical professionals and senior decision-makers. If you're looking for meaningful work and technical growth in a purpose-driven setting - this, is it.

Minimum Requirements:
3+ years’ experience in a 2nd or 3rd line IT infrastructure support role
Experience with Windows and/or Linux servers and SQL databases
Prior exposure to PACS/RIS or other medical imaging systems (preferred)
Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, routing, VLANs)
Experience with virtualisation platforms (e.g., VMware or Hyper-V)
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Healthcare or radiology IT experience is an advantage

Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintain and monitor servers, networks, and databases supporting radiology systems
Provide Level 2/3 support for PACS, RIS, and imaging workstations
Ensure data integrity through regular backups and disaster recovery processes
Oversee cybersecurity measures and assist with network segmentation
Support DICOM connectivity between modalities and imaging systems
Liaise with clinicians and vendors for upgrades, troubleshooting, and projects
Document system configurations and manage user accounts and IT assets

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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