X-Ray Technician, Bureau of Public Health Clinics

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; All (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading public health agency as an X-Ray Technician where you will play a crucial role in completing patient x-rays and maintaining equipment. Enjoy benefits such as loan forgiveness, extensive health benefits, and job security while making a difference in the health of NYC residents.

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness programs

Premium-free health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Worksite Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Must have a valid New York State Radiological Technologist license.
• Experience as an X-Ray Technician in a supervisory role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient x-rays using radiation equipment.
• Maintain the computerized radiology equipment.
• Follow protocols for patient confidentiality.

Skills

Radiology equipment operation

Safety procedures

Patient confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid license as General Radiological Technologist

Job description

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The Bureau of Public health clinics (BPHC) is under the division of Disease Control, comprising of four TB clinics, eight Sexual health clinics and one immunization clinic. The mission of the BPHC is to promote a healthy community by providing New Yorkers with the resources needed to make informed and empowered health decisions; identify and treat tuberculosis and provide immunization and sexual health services regardless of ability to pay or immigration status.

BPHC seeks to hire an X-Ray Technician. The X-Ray Technician will work closely with the Supervisor of X-Ray Services.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
* Complete patient's x-ray by correctly using the radiation equipment; and maintain safety procedures for x-ray equipment.
* Maintain the Computerized Radiology (CR) and x-ray equipment, before and after usage.
* Complete all functions necessary when UEMR, the digital clinic, is not connecting to the Network.
* Execute the proper Computed Radiography/CR and Synapse protocols; you will follow the Program's protocols and procedures with regard to patient confidentiality while obtaining x-rays.
* Submit inventory with monthly statistics to Supervisor and Clinic Administrative Manager (CAM); and assist with special administrative tasks and projects whenever necessary to facilitate patient care.

Why you should work for us:

- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o 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.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is 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 [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

X-RAY TECHNICIAN - 51310

Minimum Qualifications

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. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment in this title.

NOTES:
1. For appointment to Assignment Level III, in addition to meeting the above
requirement, all candidates must have two years of satisfactory, full-time
experience as an X-Ray Technician, which must have been in a supervisory
capacity.
2. For assignment to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner only, one year of
satisfactory full-time experience operating X-Ray apparatus and auxiliary
equipment may be substituted for the above-cited license.

Residency Requirement

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.

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.