Radiographer - Nelson Mandela Bay at The Aurum Institute

Description

The Radiographer is responsible for providing Mobile Digital chest X-ray services, including screening, collecting Data and diagnosis of TB and Referrals at supported Correctional and DOH Facilities and other External Clients.

General Responsibilities:

• Ensure clients sign the consent forms before Xray exposure
• Ensure that the Ionizing Radiation (for Medical Exposure) Regulations are adhered to.
• Record accurate patient information relating to dose and use of consumables
• Keep accurate patient records including recording radiation dose and exposure factors.
• Provides support and reassurance to patients who may be unwell or have barriers to understanding.
• Develop a sound knowledge of the equipment used to be aware of malfunctions and errors and to report them.
• Participate in the district/sub-district and facility development of operational plans for the deployment of the mobile DCXR.
• Maintain effective working relationships with outreach teams and facility staff
• Liaise with the Radiologist for diagnostic and technical advice and support
• Support referral and linkage to care for incidental CXR findings not requiring presumptive TB testing
• Work with the team to ensure that all data is collected and verified to ensure data quality
• Set up and prepare for daily activities
• Supervise the teams to ensure day to day direct service delivery

Requirements

Qualifications

• National Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Radiography

Requirements

• Current Registration with HPCSA
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a Radiographer
• Innovative thinking, initiative, and leadership qualities
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Package
• Good presentation skills
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.
• Private Practice Number will be an added advantage
• Willing to travel and work after hours
• A valid driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with clients and district/sub-district management team
• Non-judgmental, trustworthy, and empathetic personality
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Mentorship and capacity building skills.
• Provide a high standard of radiographic chest x-ray imaging, including the use of artificial intelligence for reading images whilst ensuring that patients receiving high-quality care and linage to appropriate service.
• Liaising with relevant district/sub-district management teams and facilities for planning and allocation purposes.
• Communicating effectively with facility-based outreach teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality service.