Imaging System Engineer

Los Angeles, CA 90033

Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 25437 Remote Options: Onsite

Job Description

Imaging System Engineer I 
Pay Range: $45/hour to $50/hour Summary
The Imaging Systems Engineer is responsible for the administration, support, and maintenance of clinical imaging systems, including PACS, RIS, and voice recognition platforms. This role supports day-to-day operations, system performance, and reliability of imaging informatics environments while collaborating with clinical, technical, and vendor teams to ensure seamless system functionality and integration.

Key Responsibilities Operations & Support (Primary Focus)
  • Administer, maintain, and support enterprise clinical imaging systems (PACS, RIS, voice recognition, and related applications)
  • Perform system monitoring, troubleshooting, and issue resolution using independent judgment
  • Provide on-call and after-hours support in a 24/7 operational environment
  • Manage system upgrades, patches, and routine maintenance activities
  • Ensure system security, performance, and data integrity
  • Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for issue resolution and system enhancements
  • Support installation, configuration, and optimization of imaging systems and related hardware
  • Maintain and update system documentation, including change management records
  • Track and resolve service tickets within defined service levels
Design & Engineering (Secondary Focus)
  • Assist in the design, implementation, and optimization of imaging systems and infrastructure
  • Perform root cause analysis and recommend technical solutions
  • Support system integrations and interfaces across imaging and healthcare IT platforms
  • Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to ensure compliance with organizational standards
  • Participate in system upgrades, migrations, and validation efforts

Required Qualifications Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
    OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience
  • Minimum 1 year of experience supporting clinical imaging or healthcare IT systems
  • Experience supporting at least two of the following:
    • Radiology PACS
    • Cardiology PACS
    • RIS (Radiology Information Systems)
    • Voice recognition/dictation systems
    • Advanced post-processing systems
    • Radiology Oncology EMR
    • EKG/EEG systems
    • GI imaging systems
Technical Skills
  • Working knowledge of DICOM, HL7, and IHE standards
  • Understanding of imaging workflows, modality integration, and data exchange
  • Experience with imaging modalities (CT, MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, mammography, EKG)
  • Knowledge of LAN/WAN and wired/wireless networking technologies
  • Familiarity with computer hardware, including diagnostic workstations and medical-grade monitors
  • Ability to support system interfaces and integrations

Preferred / Additional Experience
  • Experience with imaging applications such as:
    • PACS platforms
    • Voice recognition systems
    • Electronic medical record (EMR/EHR) systems
    • DICOM routing solutions
    • Advanced imaging and reporting tools
  • Experience with vendor coordination, system upgrades, and technical validation
  • Strong understanding of clinical workflows in radiology or imaging departments
  • Experience documenting technical changes, testing results, and system configurations

Core Competencies
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
  • Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement solutions
  • Effective communication with technical and clinical stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong documentation and organizational skills

Additional Requirements
  • Ability to participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Commitment to maintaining high system availability and performance

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