Band 6 PACS Technical Specialist

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Due to the expansion of our PACS service, we are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled PACS/RIS Systems Administrator to join our dedicated and friendly team.

The ideal candidate will have specialist expertise in managing multiple IT systems, including PACS and RIS, with a strong understanding of their integration within clinical workflows. Detailed knowledge of HL7 and DICOM is essential to support modality integrations and facilitate the introduction of non-imaging devices.

In addition, the role requires strong hardware setup and deployment skills to ensure seamless system functionality across multiple sites.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, delivering a high-quality Radiology IT service while supporting critical healthcare operations.

Main duties of the job

System Management:

Maintain knowledge of RIS, PACS, and Cardiology systems

Perform routine checks and first-line support for related equipment

Assist in system testing for upgrades and ensure compatibility

Data & Imaging Support:

Act as a contact for data queries and imaging waiting list information

Manage image data transfers, PACS helpdesk logs, and CD production

Monitor PACS for errors, resolve data integrity issues, and perform reconciliations

Upload external image data and digitize hard-copy images

Equipment & User Support:

Create user accounts for new staff.

Assist with installation, relocation, and maintenance of PACS equipment

Monitor and report system faults, performing minor hardware fixes

Quality & Governance:

Assist with quality assurance, clinical audits, and research compliance

Advise on medico-legal issues related to image storage and transfer

Ensure confidentiality and compliance with data protection policies

Planning & Organisation:

Prioritise tasks to meet system and service needs

Support imaging system expansions and maintain equipment logs

Work flexibly and provide cover during absences

Training & Development:

Assist in developing training materials and staff training

Support student radiographers and clerical staff in PACS usage

Participate in professional development and mandatory training

General & Professional Duties:

Support major incident responses and maintain professional conduct

Promote high-quality patient care and service excellence

About us

We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.

Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:

Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.

UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.

University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.

Date posted

04 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-1087763

Job locations

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

*Educated to Degree level in relevant subject or appropriate relevant experience
*Evidence of relevant UK experience

Experience

Essential

*Highly developed specialist knowledge across a wide range of computer systems, associated equipment and software with good theoretical knowledge in a clinical environment.
*Experience with using RIS and PACS in the NHS
*Detailed understanding of PACS, RIS, HIS / PAS and other related IT systems
*Appreciation of the importance of timely provision of images in improving clinical outcomes
*Understanding of Risk Management, Information Governance & Data Protection from a PACS perspective
*Understanding of electronic messaging protocols and in particular HL7 and DICOM

Additional Criteria

Essential

*Proven communication, motivation and organisational skills
*Ability to manage competing priorities
*Able to supply accurate, precise information
*Ability to innovate and problem solve complex IT solutions
*Proven record of desire to learn
*Able to use initiative
*Self motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
*Honest and Reliable
*Flexible
*Ability to motivate others
*Conscientious
*Professional and reliable
*Ability to build up positive and effective working relationships and work as part of a team
*Enthusiasm and drive

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

*Educated to Degree level in relevant subject or appropriate relevant experience
*Evidence of relevant UK experience

Experience

Essential

*Highly developed specialist knowledge across a wide range of computer systems, associated equipment and software with good theoretical knowledge in a clinical environment.
*Experience with using RIS and PACS in the NHS
*Detailed understanding of PACS, RIS, HIS / PAS and other related IT systems
*Appreciation of the importance of timely provision of images in improving clinical outcomes
*Understanding of Risk Management, Information Governance & Data Protection from a PACS perspective
*Understanding of electronic messaging protocols and in particular HL7 and DICOM

Additional Criteria

Essential

*Proven communication, motivation and organisational skills
*Ability to manage competing priorities
*Able to supply accurate, precise information
*Ability to innovate and problem solve complex IT solutions
*Proven record of desire to learn
*Able to use initiative
*Self motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
*Honest and Reliable
*Flexible
*Ability to motivate others
*Conscientious
*Professional and reliable
*Ability to build up positive and effective working relationships and work as part of a team
*Enthusiasm and drive

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.