Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Managerial 

  • Maintaining sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment for performance of duties 

  • Reporting shortage of materials to supervisor at earliest convenience, maintaining records for ordering and replenishments 

  Technical 

  • Performing all CT imagery procedures in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and protocols. Applying detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology to produce images of high diagnostic quality 

  • Performing other related radiography (special) procedures as required 

  • Evaluating and assessing CT images produced for acceptable quality, appropriateness and completeness, and advising other staff when required. Forwards images for Radiologist for review and reporting  

  • Recognizing anatomy and pathology in cross sectional imaging to optimize scan protocols, and liaise with radiologist to arrange further imaging or tests. 

  • Responsible for the safe and competent use of all radiology equipment, patient appliances and aids used in the department. Reporting any incidents and equipment faults to senior staff in a timely manner.  

  • Operating advanced software on specialist radiological equipment e.g. bolus tracking, image reconstructions, quantifications and dynamic imaging.  

  • Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment. Including restocking of supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning.  

  • Providing advice to medical/ technical staff on appropriate techniques and imagery interventions.  

  • Dealing with patients and clinical staff initial enquiries and to relay to clinical staff where necessary 

  • Practices proper entries and records into Hospital Information System. Input of the radiological images onto the Hospital PACS system. 

  Quality and Safety 

  • Promoting and maintaining quality in all services and ensure continuous quality improvement measures are in place. Conduct method evaluation/ development as per standard policies and procedures 

  • Complying with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicable 

  • Complying with applicable precautions for environmental safety, infection control, using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross infections 

  • Ensuring that safety procedures and quality assurance tests are maintained within all sections 

  • Comply and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on these as agreed  

  • Communicating in a professional and courteous manner with patients, family and other medical personnel as necessary to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, clarify orders and communicate status.   

  Continuous Education 

  • Participating in education sessions for department staff, doctors and nurses on the safe and secure handling of equipment, i.e teaching, induction, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations 

  • Participating in department programs/ committees, various hospital committees, and staff meeting (when requested)  

  • Participating in the orientation and training of new employees 

  • Maintaining professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or on-line education sessions 

  • Completing and maintaining all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames. 

  • The ability to apply technical skills, together with a demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology and physics; 

  Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems  

  
  

  • Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements 

  • Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports 

  • Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs 

  • Comply with reasonable OSH instructions, policies and safe working procedures  

  • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.  

  •  Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures  

  •  Not wilfully or recklessly endanger anyone’s health and safety  

  • Comply with Waste management procedures and policies. Reduce, Reuse, Recycling of waste as much as possible  

  • Attend all OSH Trainings, awareness programs and mock drills.  

  • Participates in the OSHMS audits, inspections, ensuring standards are maintained 

Desired Candidate Profile

• Qualifications & licensure 

  Required: 

  1. BSc in Radiography OR graduate from an accredited Diploma Program (NLT 3 year Syllabus) 

  1. Graduate from an accredited Radiography program (NLT 2 years Syllabus) 

  1. AND current National License  

  Desired:  

  • Dedicated courses in  CT  Imaging is preferred  

  Experience required in addition to the Qualifications mentioned above 

  Required: 

  • At least 5-7 years experience with NLT 2 years exclusive work experience in CT,  with helical/ spiral Scanning, preferable acute care Hospital setting.  

  Specialist Certification 

  Required: NA 

  Desired:  

  • Attended courses and training in CT. 

  Additional requirements 

  
  

  • Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure; 

  • Fluent spoken and written English. Spoken Arabic is advantageous but not essential. 

  • A supportive and caring disposition; 

  • Adaptability and good time management skills; 

  • Confidence in dealing with stressful situations; 

  • IT competencies.