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How much do imaging informatics specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for imaging informatics specialist in the United States is $82,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an imaging informatics specialist?

An Imaging Informatics Specialist is a professional who manages and optimizes the technology systems used to store, retrieve, and analyze medical images. They work at the intersection of healthcare, information technology, and imaging, ensuring that systems like PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication Systems) function efficiently and securely. Their role often involves troubleshooting technical issues, integrating new imaging technologies, and training healthcare staff on imaging software and data management. They play a critical part in improving patient care by streamlining access to diagnostic images and related data.

How does an imaging informatics specialist typically interact with radiologists and IT teams in a healthcare setting?

Imaging Informatics Specialists serve as vital liaisons between clinical radiology staff and IT professionals. They facilitate communication by translating clinical imaging workflow needs into technical requirements and ensuring that PACS, RIS, and other imaging systems function smoothly. Daily responsibilities often include troubleshooting system issues, supporting image data integration, and training end-users. Effective collaboration and clear communication are essential, as the specialist must balance clinical priorities with technical constraints to optimize imaging processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an imaging informatics specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Imaging Informatics Specialist, you need a solid understanding of medical imaging modalities, health informatics, and information technology, often supported by a degree in radiologic technology, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication Systems), DICOM standards, HL7 integration, and certifications like CIIP (Certified Imaging Informatics Professional) are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help professionals excel in troubleshooting and collaborating with clinicians and IT teams. These skills ensure seamless management of imaging data, system interoperability, and support high-quality patient care.

What is the difference between Imaging Informatics Specialist vs Radiologic Technologist?

AspectImaging Informatics SpecialistRadiologic Technologist
CredentialsCertification in imaging informatics, healthcare IT, or related fields; often requires a degree in health informatics or computer scienceARRT certification; degree in radiologic technology or related field
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare IT companies, research institutionsHospitals, imaging centers, clinics
Job FocusManaging imaging data, implementing informatics systems, optimizing imaging workflowsPerforming imaging procedures, patient positioning, image acquisition

Imaging Informatics Specialists focus on managing imaging data and implementing informatics systems, while Radiologic Technologists perform imaging procedures and patient care. Both roles are essential in healthcare but differ in their primary responsibilities and required skills.

What are the responsibilities of an Imaging Informatics Specialist?

An Imaging Informatics Specialist manages and maintains medical imaging systems, ensuring proper integration, functionality, and security of imaging data. They troubleshoot technical issues, optimize workflows, and may assist with implementing new software or hardware, often requiring knowledge of PACS, DICOM standards, and relevant certifications. Their role supports accurate image management and enhances clinical decision-making.
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Infographic showing various Imaging Informatics Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $82,781 per year, or $39.8 per hour.

Medical Administration Specialist (PACS)

The Arora Group

San Diego, CA • On-site

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Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description


Currently recruiting a Medical Administration Specialist (Picture Archiving and Communication System) (PACS) to provide PACS and radiology imaging informatics support services at Naval Medical Center San Diego in San Diego, California. The Military Treatment Facility operates 365 days per year, 7 days per week, 24 hours per day. PACS services are provided Sunday through Saturday, between 7: 00 a.M. And 6: 59 a.M., with shifts normally scheduled as 8.5-hour or 11-hour shifts to support 24-hour and weekend coverage. Weekend coverage may be scheduled on a rotating basis.
DUTIES OF THE MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION SPECIALIST (PICTURE ARCHIVING AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM) (PACS):
  • Monitor health care delivery plans, market forces, patient and beneficiary demand, and other issues impacting Military Treatment Facility capabilities, capacity, access to care compliance, and quality of care.
  • Prepare presentations, project papers, staff and biometric reports, and other medical administrative correspondence for senior Military Treatment Facility management.
  • Conduct studies in support of projects, programs, processes, or initiatives covering military health care activities.
  • Implement Military Treatment Facility policies and initiatives to improve effectiveness, efficiency, productivity, customer satisfaction, and quality improvement efforts.
  • Support clinical protocols.
  • Monitor, maintain, and support daily PACS operations to ensure consistent system performance and availability.
  • Provide Tier I III troubleshooting for PACS, RIS, modalities, and connected systems.
  • Build and maintain radiologist and technologist worklists, hanging protocols, and user profiles.
  • Work closely with clinical staff to resolve image routing issues, study errors, dictation discrepancies, and workflow issues.
  • Support DICOM device configuration, modality integrations, and exam code mapping.
  • Perform routine system health checks, storage monitoring, and quality assurance tasks.
  • Coordinate with IT, networking, cybersecurity, and vendor support teams to implement fixes or enhancements.
  • Participate in upgrade preparations, basic testing, and vendor-coordinated maintenance activities.
  • Document incidents, resolutions, system changes, and workflow updates.
  • Provide training and guidance to end users, clinical leads, and radiology teams.
  • Participate in PACS upgrades, migrations, and new system rollouts, including table building, workflow redesign, and testing.
  • Develop and maintain technical standard operating procedures, work instructions, downtime procedures, and training materials.
  • Collaborate with radiology leadership to optimize workflow and anticipate system needs.
  • Support authority-to-operate, security compliance, patching schedules, and audit responses.
  • Assist with data pulls, reporting, and analysis for clinical leadership or quality teams.
  • Maintain strong communication with stakeholders during outages, upgrades, or operational changes.
  • Provide consultative support to leadership on imaging workflow impacts and future planning.
  • Serve as a liaison between radiologists, technologists, IT, and vendors to support seamless operation of imaging systems.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION SPECIALIST (PICTURE ARCHIVING AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM) (PACS):
  • Bachelor s degree in health care administration, business, information management, or a related medical discipline required.
  • Must hold Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP) certification and applicable PACS Administrators Registry and Certification Association (PARCA) certification, such as CPAS, CDIP, or CPSA.
  • Cybersecurity certification or demonstrated cybersecurity qualification required as applicable to the position.
  • Prior experience with Fuji Synapse PACS, PowerScribe, or similar radiology reporting systems preferred.
  • Experience with military, federal, or DoD/DHA healthcare systems preferred.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity practices, authority-to-operate processes, and secure configuration guidelines preferred.
  • Experience performing PACS data migrations, system upgrades, or table/worklist buildouts preferred.
  • Advanced understanding of imaging workflows across Radiology, Cardiology, and specialty clinics preferred.
  • Vendor coordination experience with PACS, dictation, modality, or network vendors preferred.
  • Must be able to complete required health, immunization, tuberculosis, and Hepatitis B screening requirements before providing services.
  • Must be able to complete required background/security processes for access to a Navy and Defense Health Agency medical facility.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen for access to U.S. Government networks.
  • Must comply with all applicable facility policies, procedures, training, safety, infection control, cybersecurity, documentation, and patient privacy requirements.

ABOUT THE ARORA GROUP:
The Arora Group is an award-winning, Joint Commission-certified nationwide healthcare services company that has supported the health care needs of the men and women who serve our country, their families, and veterans since 1989. We connect skilled healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities to serve military and federal healthcare communities while continuing to grow their careers in mission-driven clinical environments.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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