University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring: Imaging Library Represe

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

SUMMARY
The primary purpose of the Image Library Representative position is to upload and digitize various digital and analog media into the Picture, Archiving and Communication System (PACS) for interpretation, comparison and storage. Access PACS storage, and copy images to CD-ROM, film, etc. Have a working knowledge of procedure modalities and imaging software to extract images from one media to the other.

Shift / Hours: Monday - Friday / 2130 - 0600

KEY FUNCTIONS

1. Evaluate and properly format all outside imaging studies for clinical use. Has a general understanding of topographical anatomy.
2. Validate and is familiar with all clinical imaging modalities for the proper distribution of studies through Diagnostic Imaging's information systems (e.g. RIS, PACS).
3. Coordinate the appropriate sequencing of all mammography film hanging protocols for radiologist evaluations.
4. Collaborate with multidisciplinary care centers to optimize the urgent and routine flow of patient outside imaging studies.
5. Facilitate the delivery and purge of outside imaging studies in accordance with departmental policy.
6. Provide direct patient assistance through the release of imaging studies and signed clinical reports.
7. Collaborate with MD Anderson's legal department to format and distribute imaging studies for legal firms or subpoenas requesting patient medical information.
8. Greet and communicate effectively with patients, family members, faculty, and other staff upon arrival to the Release of Medical Information offices located in the Main hospital and ACB.
9. Responsible for the security and confidentiality of patient information at all times.
10. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Required: none
Preferred: Certified PACS Associate (Technical or Clinical)

EXPERIENCE:
Required: Two years of relevant work experience. (PACS, HIM, or general administrative experience.)
Preferred: Experience with imaging software and equipment, and has a general understanding of topographical anatomy.

Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 172540
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Evening/Night
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 35,360
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 41,680
• Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 48,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No
• Science Jobs: No