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Job title : Radiographer
Job Location : Delta
Deadline : October 16, 2024
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Roles
- Reporting to the Head of Radiology Unit, as a Radiographer, you’ll examine various types of images, including x-rays, computer tomography (CT) scans, ultrasounds, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans.
- The incumbent will aid in the diagnosis of patients through capturing images of bones, organs and human tissue.
- This role entails ensuring compliance with established safety regulations and procedures when operating radiation equipment to prevent ill-exposure to ionizing radiation.
- The Incumbent will operate the machinery used to collect these images, take responsibility for radiation safety, communicate test results, and obtain patient histories from patient interviews.
Responsibilities
- Performing diagnostic imaging procedures, such as MRI, CT, X-Rays, and ultrasound.
- Communicate test results and their diagnosis to a patient’s primary physician through a report.
- Obtaining patient histories from patient interviews
- Take responsibility for radiation safety in work area, including checking equipment for malfunctions and errors
- Keeping up to date by attending all relevant training on treatment and equipment;
- Monitor patients during and after radiation to ensure proper response to treatment.
- Set accurate radiation levels in accordance with established standards, and also obtain patient consent prior to diagnostic imaging to fulfill legal requirements.
- Supervising and monitoring the work of radiography assistants and student radiographers;
- Producing reports as and when required;
- Recording and storing of patients examination results, ensuring compliance with Data Protection Act and Patient Confidentiality codes is also part of radiographers’ description
- Develop films and process digital images to obtain high-quality radiographs which are presented to physicians for interpretation.
- Seeking patient cooperation and trust and showing sensitivity;
- Developing a relationship with the patient and the patient’s family;
- Operating technical equipment responsibly and confidently;
- Observing and assessing patients’ responses to treatment, often on a daily basis
- Obtaining patient histories from patient interviews
- Electronic records (documentation)
- Preparing comprehensive reports of findings.
Qualification and Requirement
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiography
- Must have completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps or have an exemption certificate.
- Good knowledge of MRI Scans will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 1-5 years post NYSC experience
- Proficient with Healthcare Management Systems
- Candidate must posses current practicing license
- Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Highly motivated team player willing to go the extra mile.
How to Apply for this Offer
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using the position as subject of email.
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