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Picture archiving and communication systems administrator

Picture archiving and communication systems administrators manage picture archiving and communication systems (PACS). They store images taken by various types of medical equipment, such as X-rays, in order to enable easy access to these images for medical. PACS administrators ensure the day-to-day management and maintenance of the system.

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Rate 5 of the 16 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

administer ICT system

apply company policies

empathise with the healthcare user

manage radiology information system

attend to ICT systems quality

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (16)

medical terminologymedical terminologyThe meaning of medical terms and abbreviations, of medical prescriptions and various medical specialties and when to use it correctly.health records managementhealth records managementThe procedures and importance of record keeping in a healthcare system such as hospitals or clinics, the information systems used to keep and process records and how to achieve maximum accuracy of rec...project managementproject managementThe discipline of project management, the activities which comprise this area and the variables implied in it, such as time, resources, requirements, deadlines, and responding to unexpected events.computer sciencecomputer scienceThe scientific and practical study that deals with the foundations of information and computation, namely algorithms, data structures, programming, and data architecture. It deals with the practicabil...data protectiondata protectionThe principles, ethical issues, regulations and protocols of data protection.medical informaticsmedical informaticsThe processes and tools used for the analysis and dissemination of medical data through computerized systems.administer ICT systemadminister ICT systemHandle components of ICT system by maintaining configuration, managing users, monitoring resource use, performing backups and installing hardware or software to comply with the set requirements.apply company policiesapply company policiesApply the principles and rules that govern the activities and processes of an organisation.empathise with the healthcare userempathise with the healthcare userUnderstand the background of clients` and patients’ symptoms, difficulties and behaviour. Be empathetic about their issues; showing respect and reinforcing their autonomy, self-esteem and independence...archive healthcare users' recordsarchive healthcare users' recordsProperly store the health records of healthcare users, including test results and case notes so that they are easily retrieved when required.manage radiology information systemmanage radiology information systemDevelop and maintain a database to store, manage and distribute radiological images and data.use electronic health records management systemuse electronic health records management systemBe able to use specific software for the management of health care records, following appropriate codes of practice.communicate in healthcarecommunicate in healthcareCommunicate effectively with patients, families and other caregivers, health care professionals, and community partners.attend to ICT systems qualityattend to ICT systems qualityEnsure correct operations which comply fully with specific needs and outcomes in terms of the development, integration, security and overall management of ICT systems.interact with healthcare usersinteract with healthcare usersCommunicate with clients and their carer’s, with the patient’s permission, to keep them informed about the clients’ and patients’ progress and safeguarding confidentiality.maintain ICT systemmaintain ICT systemSelect and apply system and network monitoring techniques. Identify and fix operational problems. Ensure that system's capabilities and efficiency match company specifications.
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procurement of ICT network equipmentprocurement of ICT network equipmentThe products available from network equipment providers and methods for selecting and procuring the equipment.CiscoCiscoThe products available from the network equipment provider Cisco and methods for selecting and procuring the equipment.human anatomyhuman anatomyThe dynamic relationship of human structure and function and the muscosceletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, integumentary and nervous systems; normal and ...radiological photographyradiological photographyThe characteristics and methods applied to X-rays, which are used in medical field to detect diseases or fractures.ICT system user requirementsICT system user requirementsThe process intended to match user and organisation's needs with system components and services, by taking into consideration the available technologies and the techniques required to elicit and speci...supplier managementsupplier managementThe methods and techniques to ensure that external services and configuration items, which are necessary for the service delivery, are available as requested and as agreed at the service level.identify suppliersidentify suppliersDetermine potential suppliers for further negotiation. Take into consideration aspects such as product quality, sustainability, local sourcing, seasonality and coverage of the area. Evaluate the likel...provide cost benefit analysis reportsprovide cost benefit analysis reportsPrepare, compile and communicate reports with broken down cost analysis on the proposal and budget plans of the company. Analyse the financial or social costs and benefits of a project or investment i...develop ICT workflowdevelop ICT workflowCreate repeatable patterns of ICT activity within an organisation which enhances the systematic transformations of products, informational processes and services through their production.solve ICT system problemssolve ICT system problemsIdentify potential component malfunctions. Monitor, document and communicate about incidents. Deploy appropriate resources with minimal outage and deploy appropriate diagnostic tools.perform clerical dutiesperform clerical dutiesPerform administrative tasks such as filing, typing up reports and maintaining mail correspondence.develop professional networkdevelop professional networkReach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up ...manage cloud data and storagemanage cloud data and storageCreate and manage cloud data retention. Identify and implement data protection, encryption, and capacity planning needs.implement strategic planningimplement strategic planningTake action on the goals and procedures defined at a strategic level in order to mobilise resources and pursue the established strategies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a picture archiving and communication systems administrator do?

Picture archiving and communication systems administrators manage picture archiving and communication systems (PACS). They store images taken by various types of medical equipment, such as X-rays, in order to enable easy access to these images for medical. PACS administrators ensure the day-to-day management and maintenance of the system.

What skills does a picture archiving and communication systems administrator need?

A picture archiving and communication systems administrator needs 16 essential skills, including medical terminology, health records management, project management, computer science, data protection.

Will AI replace picture archiving and communication systems administrator jobs?

The AI disruption score for picture archiving and communication systems administrator is 77/100 (very high risk). Skills most exposed to automation: medical terminology, Cisco, perform clerical duties. Most resilient: empathise with the healthcare user, human anatomy, interact with healthcare users.

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Quick Facts

SectorHealthcare
ISCO GroupHealth associate professionals
Essential Skills16

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