X-Ray Technician, Bureau of Public Health Clinics

About the role

The Bureau of Public Health Clinics (BPHC)_Chest Clinics uses Radiology Technicians to perform core service functions at its facilities. The primary function of the BPHC-Chest Clinic is to identify, diagnose, and treat persons with confirmed/suspected tuberculosis disease or latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI). Chest radiographs (X-rays) are essential for initial diagnosis of TB disease and infection.

Responsibilities

• Complete patients X-rays by correctly using the radiation equipment and associated peripherals.
• Maintain the X-ray equipment and associated peripheral (DR Unit/computers) before and after usage.
• Execute the proper Digital Radiography (DR) and Synapse/RIS protocols.
• Supervise and provide trainings to lower level and per diem staff.
• Manage X-Ray unit inventory onsite to ensure the adequate supplies are on site at all times.
• Responsible for Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) activities at assigned sites.
• Complete all required annual customer service training in designated timelines.
• Make decisions that promote public health and support the agency's mission.

Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and a valid license as a General Radiological Technologist issued by the State of New York.
• Two years of satisfactory, full-time experience as an X-Ray Technician, which must have been in a supervisory capacity, for Assignment Level III.
• One year of satisfactory full-time experience operating X-Ray apparatus and auxiliary equipment, for the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner only.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above. Additionally, applicants must be eligible for the 55-a Program if they are disabled.

Benefits

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program.
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

Work From Home Policy

Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

Job Security

You could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department)

is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Why you should work for us

We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

Additional Information

• The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
• New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.