Rachael Dwornick
Washington,Pennsylvania
Summary
PACS Administrator with 5 years experience in imaging informatics supporting RIS/PACS integration, DICOM workflows, troubleshooting, user support, and system optimization. Skilled in project management, vendor collaboration, and workflow improvement. Demonstrates the ability to adapt working as a team or independently to successfully achieve the desired outcome.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PACS Administrator
UPMC Washington
Washington, PA
07.2021 - Current
- Administer and support PACS, RIS, and enterprise imaging applications across multiple clinical departments.
- Manage DICOM routing and image exchange between PACS, modalities, and external systems.
- Troubleshoot application, workflow, and connectivity issues to minimize operational disruptions.
- Establish effective communication channels between IT staff and end-users for efficient resolution of technical concerns.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements by analyzing user feedback.
- Coordinate projects aimed at integrating new tools into existing workflows effectively.
- Implement system upgrades to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Develop training materials to improve staff proficiency with new technologies.
- Provide after hours on call support for all end users.
CT Technologist
UPMC Washington
Washington, PA
03.2017 - 09.2021
- Operated advanced CT imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols and radiation protection standards consistently.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine appropriate scanning techniques and procedures.
Radiographer
UPMC Washington
Washington, PA
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Performed diagnostic imaging utilizing a variety of radiographic equipment and techniques.
- Collaborated with physicians to interpret images and determine necessary follow-up actions.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
La Roche University
PA12-2021
Certificate of Radiologic Technology - undefined
Washington School of Radiologic Technology
PA08-2016
Skills
- PACS
- RIS
- DICOM
- HL7
- System Implementation
- Troubleshooting
- End-user training
- Philips
- Fuji
- Nuance
- Jacobian
- Magview
Timeline
PACS Administrator
UPMC Washington
07.2021 - Current
CT Technologist
UPMC Washington
03.2017 - 09.2021
Radiographer
UPMC Washington
08.2016 - 03.2017
Certificate of Radiologic Technology - undefined
Washington School of Radiologic Technology
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
La Roche University