Radiographer - UAEN

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Key Responsibilities

Corresponding Key Activities performed by the role

Managerial

Reporting shortage of materials to supervisor at earliest convenience, maintaining records for ordering and replenishments

Technical

Performing all General radiography procedures in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and protocols. Applying detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology to produce images of high diagnostic quality

Performing other related radiography (special) procedures as required

Evaluating images produced for acceptable quality, appropriateness and completeness, and advising other staff when required. Forwards images for Radiologist for review and reporting

Responsible for the safe and competent use of all radiology equipment, patient appliances and aids used in the department. Reporting any incidents and equipment faults to senior staff in a timely manner.

Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment. Including restocking of supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning.

Providing advice to medical/ technical staff on appropriate techniques and imagery interventions.

Dealing with patients and clinical staff initial enquiries and to relay to clinical staff where necessary

Practices proper entries and records into Hospital Information System. Input of the radiological images onto the Hospital PACS system.

Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Quality and Safety

Promoting and maintaining quality in all services and ensure continuous quality improvement measures are in place. Conduct method evaluation/ development as per standard policies and procedures

Complying with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicable

Complying with applicable precautions for environmental safety, infection control, using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross infections

Ensuring that safety procedures and quality assurance tests are maintained within all sections

Comply and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on these as agreed

Communicating in a professional and courteous manner with patients, family and other medical personnel as necessary to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, clarify orders and communicate status.

Continuous Education

Participating in education sessions for department staff, doctors and nurses on the safe and secure handling of equipment, i.e teaching, induction, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations

Participating in department programs/ committees, various hospital committees, and staff meeting (when requested)

Participating in the orientation and training of new employees

Maintaining professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or on-line education sessions

Completing and maintaining all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames.

The ability to apply technical skills, together with a demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology and physics;

Industries:Health, Wellness & Fitness

Function: Healthcare Administration