A radiology information system (RIS) administrator is responsible for the management of the Radiology department's computerized systems. The administrator maintains updates to software and must be able to resolve any radiology system issues. RIS stores patient radiological data and imagery in an elaborate system that includes patient scheduling, tracking and reporting capabilities. Read on to learn more.
Instructions
Meet Job Requirements to Become an RIS Administrator
1. Obtain at least a Bachelor's Degree in computer science or any health related field. To work as an RIS administrator requires interaction with many areas of a hospital or clinic. Experience as a radiologic technician, nurse or medical records technician are areas that are considered helpful for the position of RIS administrator.
2. Expect to need 3 to 5 years experience in systems analysis, implementation and maintenance for consideration to become an RIS administrator in some facilities.
3. Get familiar with all aspects of MIMS (medical images management system), digital dictation and PACS (picture archive and communications system). The RIS administrator is responsible for overseeing all operations of MIMS and PACS.
4. Expect to be the departmental systems liaison between user support and the department in hospital-wide information systems management.
5. Utilize excellent planning skills to develop both short- and long-term goals relating to information systems. This requires excellent communication skills in order to coordinate with other departmental directors.
6. Work effectively on meeting deadlines. Many problems with information systems must be resolved rapidly to meet deadline-driven criteria.
7. Become knowledgeable about radiology systems such as Radiology Workflow, STAR, KinetDX, NMIS and ImageFreeway. Learn as many systems as possible to expand your job opportunities.
8. Develop conflict resolution skills. As an administrator, dealing with disputes within the department is typically part of the job requirement as well.
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9. Contact your local hospital or diagnostic clinic. RIS administrator positions are available in a variety of settings, including some large veterinary hospitals.
10. Keep your skills current through continuing education units. Staying on the cutting edge of technology is the best way to advance your career as an RIS administrator.
11. Look for available jobs or post your resume on Monster.com (see Resources below). You can also look for RIS administrator positions on Jobs.com (see Resources below).
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