Posted 4 days ago

Job Summary

The Radiographer works under the direction of the Radiologist and the Radiology Supervisors. He/She performs imaging investigations (X-Ray and CT Scans), assists the Radiologist with special procedures if necessary, produces radiographs, maintains confidentiality of patient information, ensures accuracy, completeness and easy retrieval of x-ray files and films, and adheres to administrative policies.

Principal duties and job responsibilities:

The Radiographer is required to perform the following:

  • Interview patients in pursuit of collection / verification of demographic data and additional clinical data.
  • Review x-ray requisition cards (requests and clinical history) and determine the appropriate views needed to demonstrate the pathology/injury.
  • Determine patient management on the strength of the clinical history given.
  • Determine the order in which patients are done according to condition, giving priority to emergencies.
  • Provide patients with gowns when necessary.
  • Report to the Radiologist or physician, patients who are or may be pregnant before radiograph is taken so that patient can be counselled about possible risk of procedure.
  • Position patients in radiographic positions appropriate for demonstrating pathology or injury, doing the required number of views/projections as appropriate to the situation.
  • Select appropriate focal film distance, cassette type and size, and exposure factors appropriate to the body part being examined, patient type and patient condition.
  • Process film under “safelight” conditions and mixes processing chemicals in the absence of the dark room technician.
  • Perform portable radiographic examinations on immobile ward patients and on patients in the operating theatre.
  • Ensure radiographs are of diagnostic quality (ability to demonstrate pathology / injury adequately).
  • Retrieve patient records including x-rays and requisition cards when necessary.
  • Prepare sterile trays trolleys for special radiographic examinations.
  • Educate patients by ensuring that instructions for special examinations are explained and that they understand, inform patients if an examination is to be postponed.
  • Maintain the emergency drug tray – replace expired drugs as necessary.
  • Assist the Radiologist during special procedures.
  • Provide nursing care to patients as appropriate for the duration of the time the patient spends in the care of the Radiographer.
  • Ensure stability of patients before they leave the department.
  • Ensure films are correctly labeled and required patient information is visible, to include name, sex, age, registration number and date of examination.
  • Provide twenty-four hour (24/hr) diagnostic radiography service as appropriate.
  • Responds within 15 minutes of receiving call for emergency imaging investigations when on-call.
  • Be available and accessible at all times when on duty and when on call.
  • Ensure that payments are made for outpatients and that charge slips for in-patients are written and dispatched to the cashier.
  • Supervise darkroom technician, clerical and ancillary personnel in the absence of senior Radiographer.
  • Supervise darkroom technician in mixing of chemicals, and daily servicing of automatic processor.
  • Demonstrate practice of infection control principles
  • Use all equipment efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintain current registration/license to practice as a Radiographer
  • Support and adhere to administrative policies and procedures.
  • Adhere to hospital dress code.
  • Attend required staff and departmental meetings
  • Greet patients /callers properly, handle phone enquiries accurately and in timely manner.
  • Wear protective gears to minimize the risk of exposure to radiation and hazardous material.
  • Wear Thermo-Luminescent Dosimeter (TLD) badge while on duty.
  • Wear ID badge at all times when on duty.
  • Perform other assigned duties, which will contribute to the smooth operation of the Department and the management of the patient.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • B.Sc. in Diagnostic Radiography
  • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in the applicable field.
  • Current registration with the Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)

Functional skills and other competencies

  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent patient care etiquette
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours and respond promptly.
  • Knowledge of radiation protection and safety.
  • Ability to express ideas clearly both in written and verbal communication.
  • General good health and high level of tolerance.
  • Must have high level of responsibility and be willing to accept instructions.
  • Good organizational skills
  • Great team player.

 APPLICATION INFORMATION

Application letter along with resume should be submitted online through the portal below as one document addressed to:

Human Resource Director
Andrews Memorial Hospital Ltd.
27 Hope Road, Kingston 10

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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