Radiographer Job Opportunity at Nakasero Hospital Limited

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• In charge of positioning patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapting standard techniques, depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma.
• Responsible for recording imaging identification and patient documentation quickly and accurately and observing protocols to ensure compliance with the data protection act and patient confidentiality.
• Undertaking quality control checks on x-rays and associated equipment, and contributing to quality assurance and audit initiatives.
• Ensure that equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and any faults are reported.
• In charge of assessing patients and their clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques.
• Carrying out a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high-quality images.
• Observing and maintaining contact with patients during their waiting, examination and post-examination stay in the department.
• Assisting in more complex radiological examinations under the supervision of a radiologist 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 prioritize, deliver and time-manage workload effectively and, when appropriate, assisting senior staff to plan efficient control of work flow patterns within the department.
• Offering support and reassurance to patients, taking into account their physical and psychological needs.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Radiology
• Possession of a Post graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sound will be an added advantage.
• The applicant must be registered with the Allied Health Profession council
• One year of post qualification experience.
• Impeccable level of integrity
• Able to work under minimum supervision
• Quick on their feet and well organized
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrative skills.
• He/She needs to be competent at work place.
• He/She needs to handle all the equipment with care.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their updated CVs and cover letters via E-mail to hr@nhl.co.ug

Deadline:  30^th June, 2016