X-ray Inspector

About the role

Performs X-ray inspections, field surveys, assessments, or investigations to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal environmental or public health laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Independently plan and conduct complex, highly advanced technical, operational, and product compliance inspections of medical, dental, veterinary, industrial, laser, and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) sectors. Perform advanced technical testing procedures, using specialized detection equipment, while incorporating knowledge of quality assurance practices to perform a thorough inspection. Reviews documents and assesses records and reports of licensed professionals to ensure adherence to applicable state and federal rules and regulations. They may also investigate complaints and incidents involving the use of radiation-producing machines. Address public inquiries, complaints or suspected incidents related to X-ray machines and radiation-generating devices. Oversee and evaluate the radiological, environmental, or public and consumer health and safety impact of facilities or products.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and execute advanced technical inspections of radiation-producing machines across various sectors.
• Coverage of public inquiries, complaints or suspected incidents related to X-ray machines and radiation-generating devices.
• May assist in training new X-ray inspectors or those requiring remedial training in accordance with standard inspection policy and procedures.
• Participate in the department’s disaster response and recovery efforts, including the Radiation Emergency Response Team (RERT).
• May testify in legal proceedings and must attend continuing education or training courses to enhance their ability to perform essential job functions and assigned tasks.

Requirements

• Current or previous ARRT Certification as a Radiologic Technologist with at least two years of experience.
• Current or previous MRT Certification as a Radiologic Technologist with at least two years of experience.
• MQSA Inspector Certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in a physical science or health-related field from an accredited two or four-year college or university.
• Two years of experience may be substituted for formal education.

Skills

• Knowledge of state and federal regulations relating to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
• Functions and operations of equipment used in radiation detection, measurement, and monitoring.
• Basic operating principles of x-ray imaging devices, laser equipment, and intense pulsed light devices.
• Mathematics, science, and physics principles.
• Skilled in the operation and maintenance (user level) of radiation detection and field-testing equipment.
• Using computer software for report generation, data analysis, and project management.
• Preparation of detailed technical reports and correspondence.
• Planning and organizing personal itineraries and scheduling workload to maximize the number of inspections daily, weekly, and monthly and to make the best use of travel funds.
• Ability to interpret laws and regulations.
• To apply scientific principles, and to detect and evaluate environmental and public health hazards.
• To work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.
• To plan, organize, and execute projects and activities with limited supervision.
• To monitor and evaluate the work of others.
• To train others and to supervise the work of others.
• To establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with supervisors, co-workers, the regulated community, and the public.
• To organize and express ideas and thoughts clearly and concisely, in both oral and written communications.
• To speak publicly.
• To analyze and solve problems.
• To travel as needed to satisfy program needs.
• To perform inspection work on equipment from floor level to 8 feet in height.
• To move equipment weighing thirty (30) pounds.
• To perform detailed visual observations in darkened or dimly lit areas.

Benefits

Employee Benefits DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).

Pay

Salary Range: $4,801.16 - $7,761.50

Schedule

Shift: Day