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This course is worth 28.5 ASRT credits.

Note: This seminar comes with products that will be shipped, which means there will be an additional shipping charge.

About the Seminar

This course is a typical example of ?blended learning? because it uses books, self-paced CD's as well as face-to-face training,

workshop, and an actual site visit to an institution. You will get a thorough understanding of all the aspects of a typical PACS System Administrator's job. In addition, one gains the technical background that allows one to do his or her job in a knowledgeable manner. Our seminars are limited with regard to the attendance and is very interactive with a great deal of hands-on throughout the week. In addition, we include several guest speakers from the industry providing their perspective and sharing their experiences.

Detailed Learning Objectives

Participants will understand the basic components of a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), the associated clinical workflow, and the technical aspects to exchange the image and information management information between digital modalities, PACS and Radiology Information Systems (RIS). This will allow the participants to perform PACS System Administration duties which include:

Preserving the image and information integrity, including image quality.
Managing the installation and/or enhancements of a PACS system.
Continuously improving the system efficiency and integrity.
Assisting PACS users such as physicians and technologists through training and support.
Troubleshooting of connectivity, image quality and data integrity issues.

Contents & Schedule

Day 1: PACS Theory and Implementation 9:00am - 4.30pm
PACS and system administration introduction:

Illustrative PACS examples
Features of a PACS
Acquisition of imaging data
Image archiving
Workstations
Networking
Hardcopy recorders
HIS-RIS interfacing
How to buy a PACS
PACS System Administration activities
Project Management
Workflow support
Training
First line of support
Configuration Control
Image Quality
Maintenance
Acceptance testing
Workflow
Workflow tools
Workflow management support in PACS

Day 2: PACS Interfacing and Integration 9:00am - 4.30pm
Connectivity and security:

DICOM standard
Introduction, levels
Negotiation
Roles (SCU/SCP)
Terminology: SOP Class, Instances
DICOM Objects (images)
Message structure
Storage
Query/Retrieve
Modality Worklist
Modality Performed Procedure Step
Print
Integration
Seven levels of integration
PACS vs RIS driven worklists
Speech recognition, RIS information
HL7standard
HL7 message structure
Example messages, Admission, orders, results
Mapping of HL7 into DICOM worklist
IHE introduction
IHE important profiles
HIPAA for PACS
Terminology
Zones for HIPAA implementation
Privacy
Security
Administrative, technical and physical safeguards

Day 3 : Hands-on Image Quality and Connectivity Troubleshooting 9:00am - 4.30pm
Case Study and troubleshooting:

Case Study
Conformance documents
Generate Gap Analysis
Image Quality
Image Quality factors
Pixel pipeline
Look Up Tables
Monitor and calibration
Trouble shooting tools
AAPM standard
IHE consistent pres state tests
Networking
Different test tools
Ping test
Verification test
Send images
Understand logs

Day 4: Guest speakers and site visit 9:00am - 4.30pm
Special topics:

Security
Firewalls
Gateways
Intrusion Detection Systems
VPN using IPSec and SSL
Typical issues with PACS implementation
Different phases
Using spreadsheet/project tools
PACS implementation
Installation issues
Workflow example
Site visit to allow interaction with an experienced PACS administrator and get a demo of the various PACS components

What Is Included

As shown in the picture, you will get:

A set of 8 CD's covering all major subjects that allows one to prepare for the course, which is a part of our PACS System Administrator Advanced Pack and is especially useful for novice System Administrators.
Handouts of the slides in the form of 2 binders
Three textbooks, i.e. PACS Fundamentals, DICOM Basics and HL7 Messaging
A comprehensive PACS study guide
A copy of the OT-DICE troubleshooting software
A CD with SA resources including several DICOM viewers and tools
A handy backpack to store all your materials
Last but not least, morning and afternoon refreshments, and lunch

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Upcoming Classes		US$ 2,795.00

	Dates	Location
	12/08/10 - 12/11/10	Dallas, TX
	02/23/11 - 02/26/11	Dallas, TX
	05/04/11 - 05/07/11	Dallas, TX
	09/21/11 - 09/24/11	Dallas, TX
	12/07/11 - 12/10/11	Dallas, TX

Certification

You will get a certificate of completion at the end of the seminar. Certification towards a Certified PACS

System Administrator can be done after taking this course by taking the on-line CPSA exam of the PACS Administrators Registry and Certification Association (PARCA), see www.pacsadmin.org. OTech will pay 50% of the initial CPSA exam fee. This course also covers the sections VI, VIII, X and part of IX of the CIIP certification as specified by SIIM. Accreditation: We have an Articulation Agreement with Clarkson College whereby several of our seminars can be used as credits towards an academic degree program.

Feedback from our Students

"I would strongly recommend this course to anyone who is new to PACS, interested in PACS or is working in the Radiology field and would like expand their knowledge of PACS. I have been working in the medical field for 12+ years, 3 in Radiology, and have attended many training classes and seminars. I would place this seminar in the top 3."
Jerry Nowak, Hologic MA

"I researched the various PACS Admin courses and chose OTech's for location and expertise. I felt the price was comparable of other classes. I would definitely recommend the class for future or new PAC SAs. The materials were too good to be true. There were CD's before you get to class and more handed out in class. I received a binder chocked full of information and two books to read in my spare time. Melissa's handouts were also very much appreciated. All the materials are an excellent resource."
Michelle Moser, BSRS,RT Memorial Hermann Southwest TX

"I was very pleased with the course and have recommened it to several people. The class rescources (software, books, contacts, etc.) were much more than I expected. The hands on computer work was invaluable. With a clinical background (20 years) and very little IT experience, I feel I can now "catch-up" with the world of PACS. Thanks again."
Todd Walker, Radiology Manager, Columbia Orthopedic Group

"This training has more than met my expectations, a lot of thought has been put into the development of the program and it shows. I would rank this as one of the best training sessions I have attended. From the location to the content and guest speakers, everything was exceptional. Herman has provided a great service to the health care industry by developing these training materials/seminars."
Lisa Shaffer Busby

"Excellent class, I learned a great deal. This class taught me more than I could have learned in a year on site."
Tony Mendoza, Comanche Memorial Health