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Osun Oyo |
Posted 3 years ago |
JOB TITLE: Radiographer (Adhoc)
JOB LOCATION: Oyo and Osun
JOB DETAILS:
- The main responsibility of the Radiographer is to perform radiological duties in compliance with international standards using a mobile digital x-ray backpack unit.
- S/he will also perform selected administrative, and clerical duties that assist in the delivery of quality radiography for the purposes of screening clients for TB in a mobile environment as part of an Active TB Case Finding (ACF) & Contact Investigation team.
Specific Objectives and Duties
- Conducting screening of clients to identify presumptive TB for digital x-ray examination when applicable.
- Preparing the client for radiological procedures.
- Taking measures to protect clients, oneself and other staff from radiation exposure according to best practices and manufacturer’s guidelines.
- Taking quality diagnostic radiographs of clients according to established procedures for patient care and safety.
- Ensuring maximum of two and half minutes is spent per client for x-ray, while maintaining a repeat rate of two percent or less.
- Accurately documenting completed radiological procedures, completely and promptly
- Storing all radiographs in an easily retrievable manner.
- Ensuring that all equipment are in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Reporting immediately any equipment malfunctions to the State Lead.
- Maintaining mobile x-ray unit, stocking necessary radiological supplies.
- Making suggestions to improve work methods.
- Serving as the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
- Keeping record of the dosimetry readings.
- Train new employees.
- Working closely with the other team members for the purposes of prompt diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Performing any other tasks as directed by the State Lead.
Experience and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Radiography.
- License of practice by Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria (RRBN).
- Good computer skills, including familiar and comfortable with using MS Excel.
- Attention to details.
- Flexibility across a range of field and office related tasks
- Good attitude, self-motivated and ability to work well individually as well as in a team.
- Two years’ work experience in any radiography field.
- A license according to the state laws.
- Experience with a non-governmental organization will be an added advantage.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed Resume and a one page Cover Letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to”The Deputy Director, Human Resources” via: [email protected] using the Job Title and Applicant Full Name as the subject of the email.
Note
- Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advanced to the next stage of the selection process.
Deadline: October 28, 2021
Job Features
Job Category | Radiographer |