Radiographer
JOB DESCRIPTION – DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHER
DEPARTMENT: RADIOLOGY
REPORT TO: HEAD RADIOGRAPHER (HOD)
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for performing the role as a Diagnostic Radiographer, which includes ensuring that patient centricity remains the main focus of the branch, is to perform and deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care:
- Greeting and introducing yourself to the patient
- Ensuring correct identification of the patient
- Explanation of the procedure to the patient
- Ensuring patient safety and comfort at all time
- Professionalism and confidentiality
Imaging:
- Perform routine radiological examinations according to agreed policies and protocols
- Perform specialist radiological procedures under supervision if necessary and undertake training in these procedures as required by the department
- Ensure that patients and staff are protected from unnecessary hazards due to radiation
- Participate in the department’s roster to include working on call outside normal working hours
- Maintain up to date knowledge of current developments and new techniques in radiology
- Participate in orientation and in-service education programs
- Assist Radiologists in performing certain procedures
- Assist with administrative duties
Equipment
- Perform daily QA tests in line with DOH requirements
- Operate imaging equipment in accordance with operational procedures and guidelines
- Reporting equipment faults to the Head Radiographer promptly
- Entering faults in relevant maintenance booksCleaning of equipment on a regular basis
Skills and Characteristics:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Computer literacy
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Commitment to high-quality standards
- Compassion
- Excellent time management skills
Education and Registration:
- National Diploma Radiography, BTech Diagnostic Radiography or BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- Current registration with HPCSA as an independent Diagnostic Radiographer
- Computer literacy
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