There are three CR devices sending to PACS, one specials room, and four fluoro rooms. There are four CR devices sending to PACS and five fluoro rooms. Capitalize on potential savings from film, chemistry, FTE reductions, folders, inserts, courier expenses, etc. The PACS administrator, in conjunction with two FTEs, vendors, and department super-users, manages planning, implementation, installations, education, and training. No consultants utilized.
Implementation occurs in a phased approach with funding availability.
Review stations are deployed in radiology services, emergency departments, and oncology areas. PC clients are deployed in patient care areas. We use Mitra Brokers. Our hospital and radiology information systems are HBOC-Star Radiology. Web servers have been purchased and browser technology will be rolled out in the next six months at Palmetto Richland and Baptist.