Brief Description
Radiographer / Senior Radiographer is responsible for the providing prompt diagnostic imaging services to the patient, ensuring patient safety and proper care of equipment. Assist the Centre In-charge/ Senior or Principal Radiographer to guide and supervise junior and student radiographers when required.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform general radiographic examinations and/or at least one of the area of specialty including mammography and/or ultrasound and/or Bone Mineral Densitometry.
- Responsible for the safety and welfare of the patient.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment; adhere to safe work practices especially in radiation safety and infection control.
- Ensure proper usage and care for all equipment at the specific diagnostic centre.
- Perform other administrative duties or ad-hoc quality departmental projects/activities as assigned by the reporting officer/ Lead Radiographer
- Apply the ALARA principle for all procedures.
- Responsible for general housekeeping of the allocated diagnostic centre.
- Render prompt and courteous service delivery to external and internal customers.
- Ensure efficient running and operations of their area of responsibility.
- Assist the Radiographer-In-Charge / Senior or Principal Radiographer to ensure quality control procedures are performed diligently.
- Ensure AHPC certification is achieved after one / two years depending on qualification(s).
Job Requirements
- Recognized degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Professional Licence: R1 license with Centre for Radiation Protection and Nuclear Sciences, National Environment Agency.
- Timely update and renewal of RI license.
- Registration with Allied Health Professions Council.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Participate in continuous medical education and quality assurance programs as directed by Radiographer In-charge / Senior or Principal Radiographer.
- Complete all assigned tasks in an organized and timely manner.
- Service orientated and customer focused. Have a compassionate, caring and friendly attitude.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
- Effective communications and coaching skills.
- Good team player.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Mammography and ultrasound experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate in vernacular languages
- Knowledge of basic programming and advanced applications of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of NGEMR, Epic usage and RISPACS would be an additional advantage.
