Radiographer

Role Purpose: 

To perform diagnostic radiographic services involved in a variety of technical procedure including CT, MRI, DEXA, as well as the plain X-ray, OR and Recovery. To assist in radiology interventional procedures.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES 

Technical Duties:

• Demonstrate knowledge and application of Aspetar mission, vision and values.
• Assume responsibility for patient care and safety to prevent unwanted accident.
• To perform all radiographic procedures assign for diagnostic purposes including the special procedures such as CT and MRI.
• Adjust imaging equipment, correct setting for each examination to give quality examination.
• Assist radiologist for special procedure.
• To apply radiation protection techniques and accessories (collimation, lead apron, etc.) to avoid radiation exposure of the part not being studies.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of all clinical rooms after use.
• To respond during emergency as needed.
• Practice sterile techniques to prevent contamination.
• Comply with Aspetar policies and procedure and in particular infection control, safety and quality management.
• Accomplish other duties as requested.
• Perform MRI, CT, DEXA, general x-ray examinations, OR and recovery as required
• Work with Medical Imaging Director and Chief Radiologist to ensure provision of a quality imaging service
• Provide after hour and on call services as directed by the Director of Medical Imaging.

Administration:

• Record procedure into patient computer information system.

Compliance:

• Perform quality control measures to ensure optimal quality images.
• Practice safety measures in radiography.
• Practice safety measures in MRI.
• Apply the professions code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
• Work professionally with other technician during procedures.
• Contributes toward educational programs and events in Aspetar. Attends clinical meetings as considered appropriate by the Medical Imaging Director.
• Participates as required in the provision of an On-Call/ out of hours Radiology service. This includes involvement in the Radiology Service Roster during Eid vacations.
• Participate in different accreditation activities (like Accreditation Canada) and quality improvement as necessary and required. 

Supervision:

• Participate in research and clinical projects. 
• Provide instruction to new employees.
• Educate hospital staff across departments on safety procedures (i.e. procedures for working with magnets).
• Supervise and instruct radiography students or others on Aspetar observerships
• Assume any other responsibilities as directed by the direct supervisor.     

Necessary knowledge and Experience to be able to do the job

• 5-7 years of radiology experience of which a minimum of 2 -3 years should be in a similar position / responsibility.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work independently with initiative and to be adaptive to changes. 
• Ability to multi-task and to work with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Education and Certification requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiology with 5 years’ experience
• Certificate in Radiology.
• Eligible for registration with appropriate licensing authority.

Skills:

• Meticulous and pays attention to detail.
• Knowledge of scanning equipment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.