Forensic X-Ray Technician

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person. We exist to provide answers in support of families and communities during times of profound need. The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve. Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs JOB DESCRIPTION Under direct supervision, selected candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Perform X-ray and PMCT scans on decedents to support medical examiner services, including but not limited to autopsies, anthropology, and identification procedures. Review daily case lists and prioritize cases requiring X-ray or PMCT scanning. Prepare and position decedents for X-ray and PMCT imaging in accordance with department protocols or as directed by the medical examiner on duty. Operate X-ray and CT equipment in compliance with technical and safety standards to ensure accurate exposure and quality digital images. Review and adjust digital images in post-processing to ensure optimal quality and clarity for review. Transmit images to designated applications for evaluation and review by medical examiners. Remain available for additional requests and assignments throughout the shift, ensuring all tasks are completed in a timely manner. Clean and maintain equipment, reporting any malfunctions or issues promptly to the supervisor. Attend staff and agency meetings as required Reviews and responds to emails. Perform any additional related duties as assigned by the supervisor or agency. PREFFERED SKILLS One year of experience in processing dental work; digital x-ray experience a plus. WORK AUTHORIZATION: Authorization to work in the United States is not required to apply for this position, however authorization is required before employment can begin. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position at the time of employment. The City of New York may be able to provide assistance with employment-based visa sponsorship, but OCME cannot guarantee sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. SPECIAL NOTE Selected candidates will be required to provide a DNA sample by swabbing. This position has been identified as “essential”. During emergency events, “essential “positions require 24-hour availability. 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. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted for this position. **FINAL APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET APPROVAL** X-RAY TECHNICIAN - 51310 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. 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.