Radiographer

· Performing a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high-quality images.

· Assessing patients and interpret clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques

· Ensuring that the reports are written/ recorded and/or relayed to the doctors.

· Recording all reports in the Eafya System.

· Stock taking and ensuring that required chemical and other items are duly provided by the store

· Formulating department procedures and instructing all involved on how to best to utilize them

· Providing instructions and information on special procedures like IVPs and enemas to the medical staff.

· Assessing efficiency and quality; and making recommendations required developments to ensure continuous improvement of the quality of services

· Observing and maintaining contact with patients during their waiting, examination and post-examination stay in the department;

· Assisting in more complex radiological examinations in consultation and senior staff; Working effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that an efficient service is provided to patients, for example by sharing specialist knowledge and expertise;

· Using initiative to priorities, deliver and time-manage workload effectively and, when appropriate, assisting senior staff to plan efficient control of work flow patterns within the department

· Communicating with patients and others in a clear, respectful and appropriate way;

· Positioning patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapting standard techniques depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma;

· Dealing confidently with difficult situations

· Recording imaging identification and patient documentation quickly and accurately and observing protocols to ensure compliance with patient confidentiality standards

· Learning new techniques and technologies as required by professional bodies and implementing new standards and developments in the unit

· Understanding and observing health and safety at work and welfare issues, including ionizing radiation regulations, to protect yourself and others;

· Undertaking quality control checks on X-rays and associated equipment, and contributing to quality assurance and audit initiatives;

· Ensuring that equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and any faults are reported;

· Reporting incidents of injury to yourself or others according to departmental procedures;

· Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and tidiness within the department.

· Perform any other duties that may assigned from time to time

How to Apply:

All applications will be received and reviewed through the BrighterMonday Portal by clicking on the 'Apply Here' section