Radiographer - UAEN

at  NMC Healthcare

Typical work activities:

• assessing patients and interpreting clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques;
• performing a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high- quality images;
• observing and maintaining contact with patients during their waiting, examination and post-examination stay in the department;
• assisting in more complex radiological examinations under the supervision of a radiologist and senior staff;
• working effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that an efficient service is provided to patients, for example by sharing specialist knowledge and expertise;
• using initiative to prioritize, deliver and time-manage workload effectively and, when appropriate, assisting senior staff to plan efficient control of work flow patterns within the department;
• communicating with patients and others in a clear, respectful and appropriate way;
• positioning patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapting standard techniques depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma;
• dealing confidently with difficult situations;
• recording imaging identification and patient documentation quickly and accurately and observing protocols to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality;
• learning new techniques and technologies as required by professional bodies and participating in annual performance appraisal programmes;
• supervising assistant practitioners, and other staff, and delivering appropriate training;
• performing necessary administrative tasks, when required;
• understanding and observing health and safety at work and welfare issues, including ionizing radiation regulations, to protect yourself and others;
• undertaking quality control checks on X-rays and associated equipment, and contributing to quality assurance and audit initiatives;
• Ensuring that equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and any faults are reported to Biomedical and HOD.
• reporting incidents of injury to yourself or others according to departmental procedures;
• Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and tidiness within the department.
• Assist Radiologist in procedures and helping with reporting
• Managing PACS and HMS as the need may be
• Maintaining TAT register and department indicators.
• Arranging the forms for radiologists for reporting
• Arranging for emergency procedures
• Ensuring JCIA compliance among Radiographers.
• Timely delivery of images and form to Doctors for reporting.
• To perform and follow quality assurance programs for various RADIOLOGY sub- departments.
• To follow appropriate international guidelines, DHA regulations & Joint Commission International norms while treating or managing patients as well as while discharging their professional duties.
• CT Scan

To perform quality control test daily.
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To make sure that the consent form is duly filled up
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To explain to the patient before starting the procedure.
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The contrast procedure is carried out according to instruction given by the radiologist.
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To explain to the patient about contraindications.
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To make sure that all emergency drugs and accessories are properly maintained with the assistance of an experienced nurse.
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To arrange anesthesia back up in case of emergencies, non-cooperative patients.
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To ensure that the images obtained are seen and verified by the radiologist.
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To check whether the images are properly sent to PACS and make sure that the images are archived.
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To check the stock of contrast media and films regularly.
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To ensure that the equipments are in proper working conditions and in case of any problem to inform the department in-charge or biochemical engineer.
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To maintain the breakdown logbook.
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To perform any other work/ job as when assigned by the superior.
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Exclude pregnancy in woman of child bearing child and bring to Physician / Radiologists notice.
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- Routine X-ray, Fluoroscopy
To ensure the rooms and equipment are kept clean.
-
To explain to the patient before starting the procedure.
-
To ensure that necessary radiation protection is given to the patient.
-
To take x-ray as per the instruction and given if for digital processing.
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To check the quality of x-ray before the patient leaves the department.
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To send the images for reporting to doctor’s through PACS system
-
To give necessary instruction and appointment to the patient in case of contrast studies.
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- To carry out the fluoroscopy procedures according to the instruction given by the radiologist.

Typical work activities:

• assessing patients and interpreting clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques;
• performing a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high- quality images;
• observing and maintaining contact with patients during their waiting, examination and post-examination stay in the department;
• assisting in more complex radiological examinations under the supervision of a radiologist and senior staff;
• working effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that an efficient service is provided to patients, for example by sharing specialist knowledge and expertise;
• using initiative to prioritize, deliver and time-manage workload effectively and, when appropriate, assisting senior staff to plan efficient control of work flow patterns within the department;
• communicating with patients and others in a clear, respectful and appropriate way;
• positioning patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapting standard techniques depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma;
• dealing confidently with difficult situations;
• recording imaging identification and patient documentation quickly and accurately and observing protocols to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality;
• learning new techniques and technologies as required by professional bodies and participating in annual performance appraisal programmes;
• supervising assistant practitioners, and other staff, and delivering appropriate training;
• performing necessary administrative tasks, when required;
• understanding and observing health and safety at work and welfare issues, including ionizing radiation regulations, to protect yourself and others;
• undertaking quality control checks on X-rays and associated equipment, and contributing to quality assurance and audit initiatives;
• Ensuring that equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and any faults are reported to Biomedical and HOD.
• reporting incidents of injury to yourself or others according to departmental procedures;
• Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and tidiness within the department.
• Assist Radiologist in procedures and helping with reporting
• Managing PACS and HMS as the need may be
• Maintaining TAT register and department indicators.
• Arranging the forms for radiologists for reporting
• Arranging for emergency procedures
• Ensuring JCIA compliance among Radiographers.
• Timely delivery of images and form to Doctors for reporting.
• To perform and follow quality assurance programs for various RADIOLOGY sub- departments.
• To follow appropriate international guidelines, DHA regulations & Joint Commission International norms while treating or managing patients as well as while discharging their professional duties.
• CT Scan

To perform quality control test daily.
-
To make sure that the consent form is duly filled up
-
To explain to the patient before starting the procedure.
-
The contrast procedure is carried out according to instruction given by the radiologist.
-
To explain to the patient about contraindications.
-
To make sure that all emergency drugs and accessories are properly maintained with the assistance of an experienced nurse.
-
To arrange anesthesia back up in case of emergencies, non-cooperative patients.
-
To ensure that the images obtained are seen and verified by the radiologist.
-
To check whether the images are properly sent to PACS and make sure that the images are archived.
-
To check the stock of contrast media and films regularly.
-
To ensure that the equipments are in proper working conditions and in case of any problem to inform the department in-charge or biochemical engineer.
-
To maintain the breakdown logbook.
-
To perform any other work/ job as when assigned by the superior.
-
Exclude pregnancy in woman of child bearing child and bring to Physician / Radiologists notice.
-
- Routine X-ray, Fluoroscopy
To ensure the rooms and equipment are kept clean.
-
To explain to the patient before starting the procedure.
-
To ensure that necessary radiation protection is given to the patient.
-
To take x-ray as per the instruction and given if for digital processing.
-
To check the quality of x-ray before the patient leaves the department.
-
To send the images for reporting to doctor’s through PACS system
-
To give necessary instruction and appointment to the patient in case of contrast studies.
-
- To carry out the fluoroscopy procedures according to the instruction given by the radiologist.
- College Degree in Radiography or its equivalent.
- Current license in the country of origin, with DHA License to practice in Dubai, UAE.
- The ability to apply technical skills, together with a demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology and physics.
- Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure.
- Fluent spoken and written English. Spoken Arabic is advantageous but not essential.
- At least three years experience.
- A supportive and caring disposition.
- Adaptability and good time management skills.
- Team working ability.
- Confidence in dealing with stressful situations.
- IT competencies.

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