Radiographer

Function Nursing Facility Position Radiographer Introduction

A vacancy exists for a Radiographer , who will be required to work at Life Diagnostic Imaging Gauteng - Robinson Radiology , reporting to the Head Radiographer . The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high quality service to both Inpatients and Outpatients. This will include General Radiography, Theatre Imaging, Mammography and CT. The successful candidate will work as a member of the Radiography Department and multi-disciplinary teams, providing a high quality Radiography service to patients in assigned areas in accordance with professional standards of practice.

Critical Outputs

• Perform radiological procedures according to protocols.
• Maintain required standards of radiography whilst applying ALARA and radiation protection principles.
• Prepare patients for radiological examinations or procedures for which they are scheduled.
• Prepare the room and equipment required before commencing radiology procedures.
• Produce accurate radiographic images in the various modalities for which the individual is qualified.
• Work in all areas of radiology as required, including shift work as per roster and overtime when required.
• Participate in all staff meetings and briefings.
• Support and help with training of students, staff and each other.
• Maintain acceptable levels of health and safety and report all deviations to management.
• Take part in routine daily inspection of equipment and quality assurance procedures where necessary.
• Report any equipment defects or problems either directly to the Line Manager or the dedicated QA personnel.
• Keep up to date with current techniques and developments in radiographic and imaging procedures and to take part in in-service training as required.
• Maintain CPD compliance.
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and with non-radiographic staff, both in the radiology department and outside.
• Any other duties that may be required from time to time.

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Competencies