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PACS Administrator Course: Training in Imaging Informatics
About this Program
Our students have a 91% pass rate when taking the board exam.
MTMI's PACS Administrator Course aims to provide all the essential skills and knowledge necessary to successfully plan, implement and maintain a PACS (now called MIMPS by FDA), or other radiology systems. Continue reading if you are interested in learning more about PACS certification, CIIP certification, and what MTMI has to offer individuals like yourself!
This program helps prepare healthcare informatics students for the Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP) certification exam. Major topics include a comprehensive guide to DICOM and HL7, Teleradiology, PACS architecture, integrating the healthcare enterprise, and electronic medical records. In addition, they will gain insights into the cutting-edge imaging informatics platform integrated into the system.
The deployment of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) in radiology is changing the way imaging services are provided. Enterprise PACS management represents an ongoing challenge for Radiology and IT personnel and their vendor partners.
What is a PACS Administrator?
A PACS Administrator is the healthcare professional responsible for the complex set of functions necessary to achieve successful informatics. These imaging informatics professionals must work with a foot in the clinical healthcare and information technology realms. Because of this, the most successful PACS administrators are adept at communicating with highly technical personnel while possessing a thorough understanding of the radiological diagnostic process and health imaging informatics. Attendance of this course earns you 3 points toward ABII's 7-point qualification system.
* To learn the exact criteria to qualify to take the CIIP certification exam from the ABII, CLICK HERE
PACS Certificate Program Online
Due to the increased need for remote learning, the MTMI PACS Administrator Course has added the option of registration for a simulcast webinar to each course date. Remote students will be connected to the live classroom via Zoom and will have access to our cloud-based PACS platform. We know that offering this webinar will allow many who would not otherwise be able to attend the chance to participate.
About CIIP Certification
In a nutshell, the Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP) certification is a widely respected and required credential for professionals who work in imaging informatics. Certifications last ten years and include continuing education requirements along the way. The certification exam is provided by the American Board of Imaging Informatics (ABII), who designed it to align with the standards of The National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
There are several benefits to earning your CIIP certification. First, this is a strong sign to employers that you are qualified and able to thrive in picture archiving and communication systems roles. Certification also shows that you have an interest in performing to the best of your abilities while keeping up with best practices and innovations.
Once you earn your certification, is it important to understand the requirements for remaining in good standing. To start, there is an annual renewal fee of $70, due by December 31st each year. Additionally, every two years individuals must take 24 credits of continuing education requirements.
With a constant stream of new technology and innovation in the field of healthcare, it is important to require continuing education courses and a 10-year renewal calendar. This helps professionals stay up-to-date in their professional abilities and deliver the best patient outcomes available at that time.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this PACS training course, participants will have:
- Acquired the essentials in preparation for the Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP) examination, sponsored and accredited by the American Board of Imaging Informatics (ABII) which was founded by the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT®).
- An understanding of the practical and operational issues essential to a successful PACS implementation.
- A functional knowledge of day-to-day PACS maintenance activities.
- A practical understanding of the DICOM and HL7 standards.
- An understanding of how PACS integrates with other hospital systems.
- The ability to troubleshoot PACS and RIS problems.
- The ability to design and streamline workflow to suit the needs of an imaging system environment.
Do I need a PACS degree?
You may be wondering if you need to earn a degree for PACS certification to work as a professional in this critical area of healthcare. While many colleges and universities offer PACS-focused degree programs, this is not the most common entrance into this career path.
In fact, according to insights from our interview blog about PACS, many healthcare systems prefer to hire PACS professionals with clinical credentials and PACS training because they have real-world experience. With professional experience, candidates are better equipped to confidently work in their roles and with other team members from day one.
Schedule
What this course will cover
Day 1
Instructor: Ron Gilbert
8 am - 4 pm (45-minute Lunch)
PACS Administration as a Profession
- PACS Training, Education and Certification
- Imaging Informatics Specialization
- Career Opportunities in Imaging Informatics
Introduction to PACS
- Introduction to IT
- Networking and Standards
- DICOM Basics
Clinical Informatics: Introduction and Overview
- EMR vs. HER Description and Roles
- Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE)
- Clinical Information System (RIS / CIS)
- System Integration: How Does It Work?
- VNA, EI, and Image Exchange
PACS and Operations Management
- Regulatory Compliance and Informatics Role
- Policies and Procedures
- Staffing Roles, User Access, and Ethical Considerations
- Departmental Workflow Scenarios
Practical PACS Workflow
- Workflow Examples
Remote Administration and Downtime
- Remote Access and VPN
- On-Call Scenario Review
Day 2
Instructor: Ron Gilbert
8 am - 4 pm (45-minute lunch)
End User Functionality – Hands-on Lab
- PACS Data Flow
- Technologist/Radiologist Dataflow
- Working with Images
- Individual User Preferences
- Advanced Features
End User Administrator Tools
- User Access and Roles
- Troubleshooting Studies
- Optimization for User and Site
PACS Modalities and Image Management
- Support for Imaging Modalities
- Environmental/Regulatory Factors Affecting Workflow
- Imaging Workflow Environment - IHE
PACS Systems Management
- Disaster Recovery Plans and Business Continuity Strategies
- System Problem Management
- Data Migration
Medical Imaging Informatics
- Medical Imaging Workflow Solutions
- Systems Integration
- Enterprise Imaging
- Imaging Architecture and Archive
- Analytics and AI/Machine Learning
Transition to Enterprise Imaging Informatics
- Challenges for Imaging with Expansion and Consolidation
- Multiple Databases
- Multiple Radiology Groups
- Multiple Dissimilar Facilities
- Enterprise Based Dataflow
- Report Generation and Distribution
- Impact on PACS Administrator
Day 3
Instructor: Alex Tune
8 am - 4 pm (45-minute lunch)
Medical Informatics
- DICOM
- HL7
- IHE
- Security
- Remote Access
- Medical-Legal Considerations
Day 4
Instructor: Alex Tune
8 am - 6:30 pm (45-minute lunch)
Medical Informatics (Continued)
- End-user Training
- Downtime and Backup
- Databases
- Quality Control
- Medical-Legal Considerations
Day 5
Instructor: Alex Tune
8 am - 3:00 pm (45-minute lunch)
CIIP Exam Review
- PACS Architectures
- Common PACS Components
- PACS Procurement
- Project Management
- System Integration
- Information Technology
Content Specifications / Competencies
*Schedule subject to change.
Audience
Who should attend?
This course is designed for all imaging professionals who want to enter the challenging world of Imaging Informatics. Those working in radiology informatics, technologists, RT's and personnel who are actively involved in PACS selection, planning and implementation will benefit from this course. Current PACS Administrators and field engineers who wish to update their knowledge will also benefit from the blend of medical imaging and PACS business content in this course.
Program Faculty
Meet your presenter(s)
Ronald Gilbert
MS, RT(R), CIIP
Manager of Enterprise Imaging and Informatics
11 Hospital Locations
WellStar Healthcare System
Atlanta, GA
Alexander Tune
MBA, RT(R), CIIP
Director of Ancillary Systems
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Jamaica, NY
Credits
Accredited training programs
ASRT Category A
This program provides 38 hour(s) of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT® and various licensure states. Category A credit is also recognized for CE credit in Canada. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.
Location
Course location and hotels
| Milwaukee, WI - May 12 - 16, 2025 | |
Course Location MTMI International Headquarters | Local Hotels/Distance to MTMI SpringHill Suites Milwaukee West 0.3 miles click here Residence Inn Milwaukee West 1.3 miles click here Renaissance Hotel Milwaukee West 1.7 miles click here |
| Milwaukee, WI- September 15- 19, 2025 | |
Course Location MTMI International Headquarters | Local Hotels/Distance to MTMI SpringHill Suites Milwaukee West 0.3 miles click here Residence Inn Milwaukee West 1.3 miles click here Renaissance Hotel Milwaukee West 1.7 miles click here |
| Houston, TX- November 17- 21, 2025 | |
Course Location The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) | Hotel Option: HOU 18.5 miles |
Tuition
Convenient payment options available
| Audience | Price | Early Price | Member Price | Member Early Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technologist | $2,970.00 | $2,825.00 | $2,945.00 | $2,790.00 |
Early Pricing Guidelines
Qualifying 'Early' registrations must be made at least 21 days in advance for the program.
Cancellation Policy
Courses
Refunds, minus a $50 processing fee, will be granted for cancellations received prior to 3 days before the program. Cancellations received within 3 days of the program will receive a credit toward a future MTMI program, minus the $50 processing fee. No refunds will be made after the program starts. MTMI reserves the right to cancel any scheduled program because of low advance registration or other reasons. MTMI’s liability is limited to a refund of any program tuition paid. MTMI recommends that attendees use refundable airline tickets. In case of cancellation of a program for any reason, MTMI is not responsible for travel costs incurred by attendees including non-refundable airline tickets. When offered, WEBINAR ATTENDEES that cannot log in due to unsolvable technical issues beyond their control will be eligible for a full refund.
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