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EADS Health

PACS Administrator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

User support of PACS and Rad Info Systems and CR products; Perform software product evaluation, analysis and design for interdepartmental system project plan; Coordinate and manage system ...

SMI IMAGING LLC

IT PACS Administrator

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

At SimonMed Imaging, the PACS Administrator is responsible for the administration, maintenance, optimization, and support of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), imaging applications ...

Impulse Strategic Solutions

PACS Engineer

Seminole, FL · On-site

$65/hr

An ideal candidate is either an experienced radiology PACS administrator that has extensive experience within various imaging modality service tools updating DICOM connectivity, or an experienced ...

Providence Swedish Medical Center

$61 - $95/hr

Description Provides direction for the RIS/PACS system in the Medical Imaging Department ... Business Professional Department: 3002 DI ADMIN WA PRMCE Address: WA Everett 1321 Colby Ave Work ...

Wellstar Health System

Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams, clinical application teams, PACS administrators, and other key stakeholders to maintain a healthy PACS environment that aligns with and supports clinical and ...

PIH Health

Senior PACS Imaging Technician

Whittier, CA · On-site

Reporting to the Manager, Enterprise PACS Administrator, this individual is expected to provide exemplary technical support to internal and external customers by performing a wide variety of tasks ...

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How much do pacs admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for pacs admin in the United States is $21.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a PACS admin?

PACS Admins, or Picture Archiving and Communication System Administrators, are IT professionals responsible for managing and maintaining medical imaging systems within healthcare organizations. They ensure that digital images such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans are stored, retrieved, and transmitted securely and efficiently across the network. PACS Admins also troubleshoot technical issues, manage user access, and work closely with radiologists and other medical staff to support the workflow. Their role is vital for maintaining the accuracy and availability of diagnostic images, which are critical for patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PACS administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a PACS Administrator, you need a solid understanding of medical imaging technology, DICOM standards, networking, and typically a degree in information technology or healthcare informatics. Experience with PACS/RIS software, HL7 interfaces, and vendor-specific certifications are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial for managing system issues and collaborating with healthcare staff. These skills and qualities ensure seamless imaging workflows, data integrity, and optimal support for clinical operations.

What are some common challenges faced by PACS administrators, and how can they be addressed?

PACS Administrators often encounter challenges such as ensuring system uptime, managing large volumes of imaging data, and troubleshooting connectivity issues between imaging modalities and the PACS system. Staying up-to-date with software updates, maintaining clear documentation, and collaborating closely with radiology and IT teams can help address these challenges effectively. Additionally, strong problem-solving skills and proactive communication are key to ensuring workflow continuity and minimal downtime.

What is the difference between Pacs Admin vs Radiology Technologist?

AspectPacs AdminRadiology Technologist
CredentialsTypically requires a healthcare IT or imaging management certificationRequires ARRT certification and radiologic technology license
Work EnvironmentPrimarily office-based, managing PACS systems and workflowsClinical setting, performing imaging procedures
Employer & IndustryHospitals, imaging centers, healthcare IT companiesHospitals, clinics, diagnostic imaging centers
Job FocusSystem management, troubleshooting, and data organizationPerforming imaging procedures and patient positioning

While both roles are essential in medical imaging, Pacs Admins focus on managing imaging software systems and workflows, whereas Radiology Technologists perform the actual imaging procedures. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path in healthcare imaging.

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Infographic showing various Pacs Admin job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,768 per year, or $21 per hour.

PACS Administrator - IT Imaging

Mount Sinai Medical Center

Miami Beach, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 hours ago

Job description

PACS Administrator - Invormation Technology - Imaging
Hybrid work schedule, must be with-in commuting distance to hospital on Miami Beach.
The healthcare professional who orchestrates a complex set of functions to achieve successful imaging informatics is often called a "picture archiving and communications system" or "PACS" administrator. These individuals have a foot in two worlds: clinical healthcare and information technology. For this reason, the most successful PACS administrators communicate clearly with highly technical network personnel, while understanding the diagnostic process of the radiologist. Their role often expands to system architect, workflow engineer and business analyst. Mastering this skill set is difficult. And the stakes are high. A mismanaged system can lead to costly down times, delays in care, lack of trust by radiologists and information loss. Most importantly the PACS system can directly impact the quality and safety of patient care.
As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy of caring.
Located in the heart of Miami Beach, overlooking the breathtaking intracoastal waterway, Mount Sinai Medical Center is dedicated to providing exceptional health care to our diverse community enhanced through innovation, technology, teaching, and research.
Mount Sinai is South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital with 672 beds, and a tight-knit community of more than 4,000 employees.
We provide world-class care:
  • Named one of America's 250 Best Hospitals for 2023, 2022, 2021 and 2020 by Healthgrades, positioning Mount Sinai among the top 5% of hospitals in the nation for overall clinical excellence
  • A pioneer in innovative medical research in areas such as cardiology, cancer, memory disorders and pulmonary diseases
  • The most cardiac surgery procedures performed in South Florida over the past 10 years
  • A new seven-story Surgical Tower with 154 all-private rooms and patient centered technology promotes an exceptional patient experience

Position Responsibilities:
  • Oversees the operation of PACS system. Verifies that appropriate processes have occurred (scheduled operations, backups, rebuilds, archives, etc.).
  • Monitors the system's interfaces to insure they are functioning at all times. Develops monitoring techniques and downtime processes to keep the interfaces in synch with other systems within the organization. Coordinates all changes so that IS and PACS system/data interfaces remain fully functional at all times.
  • Monitors the system's hardware, software and performance characteristics and proactively addresses all issues including storage space, system performance and archiving/backup and recovery. Monitors all events logs.
  • Performs problem isolation, is actively responsible for resolution and escalation both within the Radiology Department, and Information Systems.
  • Provides maintenance and upgrade support and responsibility for the system. This includes coordinating all system maintenance activities (fixes, updates, and new releases) and insures appropriate testing and implementation coordination.
  • Provides system administration of all aspects of the system. This includes creating, updating and maintaining system tables, maintaining signons/passwords, granting access by users etc.
  • Works closely with Network and Operations teams to maintain essential network, served, and storage components.
  • Working with vendor, implements backup and recovery processes. Runs and monitors these processes, insuring the integrity of the backups and the ability to recover from failure.
  • Provides project oversight for PACS projects. This includes project planning, scheduling, reporting, budgeting, tracking, issue management and delivery of assigned projects.
  • Manages the vendor(s), insuring that MSMC's issues are being addressed, that MSMC is being fairly treated, and that MSMC needs are being met. This includes vendor coordination, reporting and escalation.
  • Throughout the course of defined projects, supervises the activity of all aspects of the product, including those in Information Systems, Radiology and other stakeholders.
  • Responsible for administrative tasks related to project management including: development and maintenance of project plans, project tracking, budget preparation, meeting planning, status reporting and change management initiatives.
  • Identifies and suggest solutions for barriers to timely completion of assigned projects. Issues may include technology incompatibilities, workflow concerns, budget constraints and education deficiencies. 14. Fosters teamwork and utilizes strong team building measures.
  • Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and their impact on the PACS environment.
  • Coordinates any PACS device moves (must coordinate within IS to address changes and the movement of any devices which may impact the network).

Requirements:
  • Bachelor s Degree in Information Systems/Technology recommended
  • Minimum 4 years Image archive and/or PACS experience
  • Solid understanding of clinical workflow within one or more clinical service lines and how it relates to Medical Imaging and PACS
  • Excellent attention to detail, project management skills, and applications training skills
  • Experience with Hologic, Montage, TeraRecon, and Nuance PowerScribe360 preferred
  • CIIP or PARCA certification preferred

Benefits:
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:
  • Health benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Healthcare spending accounts
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness program

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