Mamography Radigrapher Grade 1: Radiology at Mpumalanga Department of Health

Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in either Nuclear Medicine Radiography, Radiation Oncology Radiography, Ultrasound Radiography or Mammography Radiography. Current registration with the HPCSA in either Nuclear Medicine Radiography, Radiation Oncology Radiography, Ultrasound Radiography or Mammography Radiography (2026). Minimum of four (4) years appropriate experience after registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Diagnostic Radiographer. 

Duties:

• Perform screening or diagnostic Mammography examinations. Prepare for and assist the Radiologist in the completion in the invasive mammography examinations including breast biopsies. Ensure good patient care. Educate the patient regarding the mammography examination. Produce high quality mammography images for the radiologist to evaluate.
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy in mammography positioning and exposure technique. Manage quality assurance related to Mammography. Minimize radiation to patient and staff by practicing correct radiation protection techniques. Compile statistics. Complete appropriate documentation. Follow infection control and safety guidelines. Ensure proper care in the use of x-ray equipment and supplies. Perform general radiographic examinations, CT scan examinations, Fluoroscopy examinations, Theatre and ward radiographic examinations. Render after-hour radiology services. Participate in continuous professional development programmes.