Chief Diagnostic Radiographer Grade 1 at Mpumalanga Department of Health

Salary
R575 250–R638 856 p.a 
Post Number
MPDoH/Dec/25/879
Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an appropriate three-year National diploma/ Degree in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Current Registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa as Diagnostic Radiographer (Independent Practice).
• A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in Diagnostic Radiography. Working Knowledge and experience in radiography principles, systems and procedures performed within the radiology department which include CT scanning, fluoroscopy, theatre screening and performing General Radiography duties.
• Sound knowledge of radiation safety regulations and sound knowledge in Radiography equipment and protocols.
• Knowledge of relevant public service policies acts and regulations. Knowledge of HR related policies and procedures, knowledge of Employee Performance Management and Development Systems. Good verbal and written communication, and sound interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure.  
• Ability to promote and uphold patients’ rights. 
• Knowledge of X-ray digital system, RIS and PACS. 
• Render 24-hour radiology services

Duties
Responsibility include but not limited to: 

• Performance of X-ray examinations. 
• Ensure that radiology equipment installed and used meet all applicable radiation safety standards.
• Ensure that the equipment is well maintained and function properly. Quality improvement management. Ensure that applicable Quality assurance programme and Quality Control (QC) tests are performed at the prescribed frequencies as stipulated in the diagnostic QC policy.
• Ensure that radiation surveys to monitor safe performance of equipment and to monitor radiation levels in work areas are undertaken.
• Ensure compliance with HPCSA regulations on CPD annually.
• Ensure that radiation safety rules are communicated to and followed by all personnel.
• Train and supervise junior radiography staff. Oversight of administrative functions including compiling memos, stock control and other resources.
• Perform all delegated departmental tasks with limited supervision and have the ability to deal with crisis situations independently.