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Radiology Physician

Champaign, IL

$320K - $400K/yr

PACs IT on site * Patient Population: All ages Requirements * Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology * Active Illinois license or IMLC Certification from a participating compact state * Recent ...

Integrity Locums

Radiology Physician

Champaign, IL

$320K - $400K/yr

PACs IT on site * Patient Population: All ages Requirements * Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology * Active Illinois license or IMLC Certification from a participating compact state * Recent ...

Parrish Healthcare

PACS Admin

Titusville, FL

Under the direct supervision of the DI/Cardio PACS/RIS Supervisor, the incumbent is to assist with the day-to day operations and maintenance of the clinical imaging systems including Diagnostic ...

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How much do pacs it jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for pacs it in the United States is $86,556.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,500.00 and $108,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by PACS IT specialists when integrating new imaging systems with existing hospital infrastructure?

PACS IT specialists often encounter challenges when integrating new imaging systems, such as ensuring compatibility between disparate vendor systems, maintaining data integrity during migrations, and minimizing downtime to avoid disrupting clinical workflows. They must also address security concerns and comply with healthcare regulations like HIPAA. Close collaboration with radiologists, clinical staff, and network administrators is essential to troubleshoot issues quickly and provide seamless access to imaging data.

What is the difference between Pacs It vs Pacs Administrator?

AspectPacs ItPacs Administrator
CertificationsOften includes IT certifications like CompTIA, Cisco, or vendor-specific PACS trainingTypically requires healthcare IT certifications or radiology-specific credentials
Work EnvironmentPrimarily IT departments, technical support, system maintenanceRadiology departments, clinical settings, hospital IT teams
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare IT firmsHospitals, radiology centers, healthcare providers

While both roles involve PACS systems, Pacs It focuses on the technical IT aspects like system setup, troubleshooting, and network integration. Pacs Administrator manages the clinical and operational aspects, including user access, workflow optimization, and system maintenance within healthcare settings.

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

To excel as a PACS IT Specialist, you need a strong background in information technology, networking, and healthcare imaging systems, often supported by a degree in IT or health informatics. Familiarity with PACS software, DICOM standards, HL7 interfaces, and certifications such as CIIP or related vendor credentials are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies ensure the reliable operation, integration, and support of critical medical imaging systems, directly impacting patient care and workflow efficiency.

What is a PACS IT specialist?

A PACS IT specialist is a professional responsible for managing, supporting, and maintaining Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) used in healthcare settings. PACS IT specialists ensure that medical images, such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans, are stored, retrieved, and transmitted efficiently and securely within the healthcare network. They collaborate with radiologists, healthcare providers, and IT teams to troubleshoot issues, perform system upgrades, and maintain compliance with data privacy regulations. Their role is crucial in supporting clinical workflows and ensuring quick access to medical imaging for patient care.
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Infographic showing various Pacs It job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Full Time, 95% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,556 per year, or $41.6 per hour.
IT PACS Systems Administrator

IT PACS Systems Administrator

CommonSpirit Health

Lakewood, CO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 505 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

403rd of 871 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an IT PACS Systems Administrator, you will be a lead technical expert, responsible for advanced management, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of our PACS and enterprise imaging infrastructure.
Every day you will oversee system health, implement complex configurations, manage data migration, resolve critical issues, ensure security/compliance, and mentor junior staff, collaborating with imaging departments.
To be successful, you will possess deep PACS architecture expertise, extensive experience with database management, virtualization, storage, and networking in healthcare imaging.

  • Oversee the complete administration of Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and related medical imaging applications infrastructure.
  • Lead the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of PACS and related medical imaging applications software and hardware components.
  • Contribute to the resolution and documentation of major incidents and outages to our production environment.
  • Collaborate closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient use of the PACS system.
  • Proactively monitor and optimize PACS performance, identifying and resolving issues to ensure uninterrupted access to medical imaging data.
  • Provide advanced technical support and training to end-users, troubleshooting complex PACS-related problems.

  • Implements process changes, collects data, and makes recommendations to expedite workflow. Monitors systems, interfaces, and integration pieces to include daily QC reports.

  • Maintains an up-to-date understanding and working knowledge of the processes involved.

  • Responds appropriately to requests and concerns from users or others affected by the sysems.

  • Informs all medical imaging leadership of changes, problems, and upgrades to PACS and related medical imaging applications

  • Provide user training and technical support for PACS-related applications and activities.

  • Implement and enforce data security protocols to safeguard patient information within the PACS and associated medical imaging applications.

  • Work with the cyber security team do Implement and validate robust data security measures to safeguard patient information stored within the PACS.

  • Interface with IT teams to integrate PACS seamlessly with other healthcare information systems and technologies.

  • Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance and upgrade PACS capabilities.

  • Generate and maintain comprehensive documentation related to PACS configuration, procedures, and protocols.

  • Lead the planning and execution of PACS upgrades, migrations, and expansions.

  • Covers call and meet all SLAs.

  • Must live within one hour of one of the facilities that the employee supports.


    The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Bachelors Other or equivalent job experience in Medical Imaging related field, computer science, Health Informatics, clinical imaging technology, upon hire and
  • 3+ years of experience in PACS administration including hands-on involvement in system implementation and optimization
Where You'll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Qualifications:

Required

  • Bachelors Other or equivalent job experience in Medical Imaging related field, computer science, Health Informatics, clinical imaging technology, upon hire and
  • 3+ years of experience in PACS administration including hands-on involvement in system implementation and optimization
Employment Type: Full Time

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