Radiographer

Responsibilities:

• Performing diagnostic imaging procedures, such as MRI, CT, X-rays, and ultrasound.
  
• Communicate test results and their diagnosis to a patient's primary physician through a report.
  
• Obtaining patient histories from patient interviews
  
• Take responsibility for radiation safety in work area, including checking equipment for malfunctions and errors
  
• Keeping up to date by attending all relevant training on treatment and equipment;
  
• Monitor patients during and after radiation to ensure proper response to treatment.
  
• Set accurate radiation levels in accordance with established standards, and also obtain patient consent prior to diagnostic imaging to fulfill legal requirements.
  
• Supervising and monitoring the work of radiography assistants and student radiographers;
  
• Producing reports as and when required;
  
• Recording and storing patients' examination results, ensuring compliance with Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality codes, is also part of radiographers' description
  
• Develop films and process digital images to obtain high-quality radiographs, which are presented to physicians for interpretation.
  
• Seeking patient cooperation and trust and showing sensitivity;
  
• Developing a relationship with the patient and the patient's family;
  
• Operating technical equipment responsibly and confidently;
  
• Observing and assessing patients' responses to treatment, often on a daily basis
  
• Obtaining patient histories from patient interviews
  
• Electronic records (documentation)
  
• Preparing comprehensive reports of findings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiography
  
• Minimum of 3-5 years post-NYSC experience
• Must have completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps or have an exemption certificate.
  
• Good knowledge of MRI scans will be an added advantage.
  
• Proficient with Healthcare Management Systems
  
• Must possess current practicing license
  
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
  
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
  
• Highly motivated team player willing to go the extra mile.