QA Radiology Technician, Correctional Health Services

About NYC Health + Hospitals

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible. Visit us at nychhc.org and stay connected on facebook.com/nycHHC or Twitter@hhcnyc.

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation’s leading correctional health care systems in quality of and innovations to care, and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include medical, nursing, mental health, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. In addition to providing direct patient care in the jails, CHS leverages the resources of the nation’s largest municipal health care system to help discharged patients successfully return to their communities. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City’s criminal justice reform efforts.

Summary of position:

The Quality Assurance (QA) Radiological Technologist position encompasses responsible, administrative and clinical activity of varying degrees of latitude. Clinical level judgement is needed in the daily supervision of radiological functions and patient care, and departmental projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Review exam orders, consult with radiologist, schedule patients and arrange for transportation as indicated.
• Identify patient and document all information pertinent to final report in the RIS and on images (PACS).
• Prepare allpatients (infants, children,adolescents, adults andgeriatric) for radiological procedures requested bythe clinician. Arrange for proper protection of patients, public andstaff from infectious diseases/materials.
• Perform allgeneral diagnostic imaging and routine examination in CT and Angiography.
• Assists inperforming daily checks of radiographic imaging equipment, immobilization devices and other necessary accessories.
• Enters data and maintains documents and logsas required andmandated by the department QAguidelines and various regulatory agencies.
• Maintains adequate stocks of supplies andmaterials needed foruse in thedepartment.
• Checks equipment for defects prior for useand assures proper use of such equipment through instruction and review.
• Report any unexpected patientincidents in accordance with theoccurrence report protocol.
• Maintain and exercise all mandated radiation safety regulations. Maintain basic care of all the imaging equipment. All malfunctions are to be reported to management staff whether mechanical, electrical or suspect and service request documentation completed. Maintain a clean and safe work environment for both patients and staff.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary (by supervisory oradministrative staff) inthe event of emergencies ordisasters.
• Continue professional growth and development of job-related skills on an ongoing basis. Participate in continuing education activities.
• Ensure allexaminations are accessioned, documented and sentto PACS forreading. Monitor PACS and RIS incomplete worklists to ensure all exams arecompleted.
• In accordance with HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), staff members will exercise due diligence in ensuring patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Identifies activities thatthe network hasimplemented to promote patient safety andtakes all necessary precautions to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors andstaff.

In addition to the Radiology Technologist job functions, the QA Technologists is responsible for the following:

• Organize and file maintenance reports for each building in regards to dentistry and radiology x-ray equipment and ensure dentistry and x-ray equipment follow the Department of Health codes, policies and procedures.
• Participates in quality assurance activities, including coordination, control and maintenance of technical equipment.
• Establish a daily/weekly/monthly quality control routine for monitoring, evaluating, and maintenance of X-ray equipment to ensure optimal performance and stability.
• Documenting and maintaining records for the quality control program in accordance with applicable regulations, legal requirements, accrediting agencies and recommendations from equipment manufacturers.
• Performs research and participates in special projects involving evaluation of equipment and delivery of service.
• Work with our radiologists to obtain updated documentation of primary diagnostic monitors.
• Distribute/collect dosimeter badges from each employee/facility that works with x-ray equipment.
• Recommends area assignment of personnel to coordinate activities within the department with other activities and services and represents the department in interdepartmental operations and meetings.
• May be assigned duties and responsibilities of X-ray Director in regards to radiology department workflow.

Department Preferences:

• Possession of a current valid license as a General Radiological Technologist issued by the State of New York.This license must be presented at the time of investigation to the appointing officer at the time of appointment interview. Appointees must maintain their license in order to retain the position of Supervising Radiographer; and,
• A minimum of two years of experience as a Radiological Technologist.
• A current member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Valid BLS required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Minimum Qualifications

Assignment Level III

1. For Supervisory Assignments: a valid license and current registration to practice Diagnostic Radiography as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the NYSDOH; and two (2) years of Radiologic Technologist experience performing duties consistent with Assignment Levels I and II, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.

2. For Specialized Imaging Assignments: a valid license and current registration to practice Diagnostic Radiography as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the NYSDOH; and possession of a current advanced- level certification for the performance of these procedures.

How To Apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button or mail your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:

NYC Health + Hospitals / Correctional Health Services

Talent Acquisition

Human Resources Department

55 Water Street, 18th Floor

New York, NY 10041

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If applying online, please include your cover letter in the same file attachment with your uploaded resume.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs