Radiography Technologist

OverviewResponsible to provide patient care and, independently or under the supervision of senior radiographers, perform all general radiography procedures, analyse output for diagnostic evaluation purpose, and report to supervisor as needed. Fully competent in the use of X-ray, angiography, and fluoroscopy to produce images of organs and body parts. General radiographers assist in the diagnosis of injuries and diseases and contribute towards establishing treatment plans. They are also involved in intervention procedures, assisting the physician (e.g., the removal of kidney stones, orthopaedic procedures, etc.).ResponsibilitiesKey ResponsibilitiesCorresponding Key Activities performed by the roleManagerialReporting shortage of materials to supervisor at earliest convenience, maintaining records for ordering and replenishmentsTechnicalPerforming 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 qualityPerforming other related radiography (special) procedures as requiredEvaluating images produced for acceptable quality, appropriateness and completeness, and advising other staff when required. Forwards images for Radiologist for review and reportingResponsible 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 relay to clinical staff where necessaryPractices proper entries and records into Hospital Information System. Input of the radiological images onto the Hospital PACS system.Perform other duties as assigned by SupervisorQuality and SafetyPromoting and maintaining quality in all services and ensure continuous quality improvement measures are in place. Conduct method evaluation/development as per standard policies and proceduresComplying with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicableComplying with applicable precautions for environmental safety, infection control, using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross infectionsEnsuring that safety procedures and quality assurance tests are maintained within all sectionsComply and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on these as agreedCommunicating 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 statusContinuous EducationParticipating 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 presentationsParticipating in department programs/committees, various hospital committees, and staff meetings (when requested)Participating in the orientation and training of new employeesMaintaining professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or online education sessionsCompleting and maintaining all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time framesThe ability to apply technical skills, together with a demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology and physicsOccupational Safety and Health Management SystemsComply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply with those requirementsNotifying OSH hazards, incidents, near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reportsAttend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programsComply with reasonable OSH instructions, policies and safe working proceduresUse of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systemsBe familiar with emergency and evacuation proceduresNot wilfully or recklessly endanger anyone’s health and safetyComply with Waste management procedures and policies. Reduce, Reuse, Recycling of waste as much as possibleAttend all OSH Trainings, awareness programs and mock drillsParticipates in the OSHMS audits, inspections, ensuring standards are maintainedPrevention and Control of Infection (PCI)PCI is everyone’s responsibility. All staff are required to read and implement the NMC PCI Policy and Strategy in an effort to maintain the highest possible standards of cleanliness at all times, thus reducing the risk of infection in patients, staff and visitors.The strictest hand hygiene, 5 moments of hand hygiene, bare below the elbows and environmental care, will be e