Radiographer - #89521

Date: 20-Mar-2022

Location: Sharjah, AE

Company: University Hospital Sharjah

Position Summary

Performs a variety of routine radiographic procedures of a technical level consistent with optimal image quality. Responsible for patient safety and proper operations and maintenance of radiographic equipment’s

Summary of Main Duties

• Actively participates in upholding and promoting the vision and culture of University Hospital – Sharjah (UHS)
• Complies with all UHS policies and procedures and fire regulations
• Participates in all aspects of the International Accreditation program to assist UHS attain and maintain international accreditation standards
• Participates in commissioning assigned areas and associated Clinical areas
• Maintains a record of scheduled patients and accommodates the emergency cases.
• Ensures proper entries and records on Radiology Information System and Hospital Information System.
• Prepares patient for X-rays by accurately assessing patient’s needs and providing required instructions to the patient.
• Positions the patient properly for radiographic views and ensures appropriate exposure factors.
• Performs adequate patient shielding and uses proper beam restricting devices.
• Uses radiation protection devices and safety measures to ensure safety and security of staff and patients.
• Prepares oral or intra venous contrast media to the patients under radiologist supervision.
• Prepares patient for fluoroscopic procedures by accurately assessing patient’s needs and providing patient education.
• Demonstrates effective skills in assisting the radiologist in performing fluoroscopic procedures.
• Operates radiographic equipment for image production and subsequently transfers images to PACS
• Effectively uses C-ARM and portable X-ray units whenever requested.
• Operates computed tomography scanner effectively for routine CT scan examinations like, Brain, Cervical spine, abdomen.
• Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.
• Practices safety measures in X-ray and fluoroscopy rooms.
• Assures that rooms are equipped with necessary supplies and linens.
• Ensures proper transfer of in patients to their wards in particular the critically ill patients.
• Performs the on call procedures in time and efficiently communicates with on call staff.
• Participates in CME and research projects.
• Reports timely to the Manager about any untoward incident either technical or administrative.
• Reports faulty or malfunctioning equipment and accessories to the Manager.
• Applies the professional code of ethics in all aspects of practice and team work including duty rota and leave policy.
• Will retain all necessary registration/license requirements
• Self-development participate in internal orientation, mandatory, ongoing education programs Attend external conferences, workshops, seminars and courses that will enhance and maintain a current knowledge base
• Works any shift as per the duty roster of the Medical Diagnostic Imaging Department when designated
• The employment terms and conditions for this position are specified in the individuals Employment Contract
• To assist the receptionists in the scheduling of patients depending on the urgency of the cases. and manage the daily workflow of the department

Responsibilities

Position Requirements/Qualifications

Position
Requirements/Qualifications

• Associates degree or radiologic graduate of an accredited radiologic health science program.
• One year post graduation experience
• Basic Life Support certified.

Licenses/Registration

• Must have a valid UAE MOH Evaluation in Radiography

Position criteria Other Skills/Abilities

Position criteria

• Ability to work as part of a team and organize individual work in an effective manner. Have a good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Physical ability to perform radiographic and normal associated tasks.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Computer literacy, with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Performs advanced CT-Scan examinations according to the UHS CT exams guidelines desirable if applicable.
• Performs routine MRI examinations desirable if applicable.