Radiographer

Function

Radiographer

Facility

Life Eugene Marais Hospital

Position

Radiographer

Introduction

A vacancy exists for a Radiographer, who will be required to work at Eugene Marais Radiology, reporting to the Senior/Head Radiographer. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high quality service to both Inpatients and Outpatients. This will include General Radiography, Theatre Imaging, Mammography and CT. The successful candidate will work as a member of the Radiography Department and multi-disciplinary teams, providing a high quality Radiography service to patients in assigned areas in accordance with professional standards of practice.

Critical Outputs

• Perform radiological procedures according to protocols.
• Maintain required standards of radiography whilst applying ALARA and radiation protection principles.
• Prepare patients for radiological examinations or procedures for which they are scheduled.
• Prepare the room and equipment required before commencing radiology procedures.
• Produce accurate radiographic images in the various modalities for which the individual is qualified.
• Work in all areas of radiology as required, including shift work as per roster and overtime when required.
• Participate in all staff meetings and briefings.
• Support and help with training of students, staff and each other.
• Maintain acceptable levels of health and safety and report all deviations to management.
• Take part in routine daily inspection of equipment and quality assurance procedures where necessary.
• Report any equipment defects or problems either directly to the Line Manager or the dedicated QA personnel.
• Keep up to date with current techniques and developments in radiographic and imaging procedures and to take part in in-service training as required.
• Maintain CPD compliance. 
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and with non-radiographic staff, both in the radiology department and outside.
• Any other duties that may be required from time to time.

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• Degree/Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography
• Be registered with HPCSA
• Have at least 1 year’s general diagnostic radiography experience (including community service)
• Have at least CT experience
• Mammography, MRI, and theatre experience will be an advantage.
• Ability to perform after hours work, weekend work and night shifts.
• Own transport or a valid driver’s license is essential.
• Computer Literate
• Ability to work with people
• Able to work alone
• Able to work under pressure

Competencies

• Problem-solving/analysis
• Planning & organising
• Pays attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills is needed
• Resilience
• Verbal & written communication
• Teamwork
• Customer responsiveness
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Building relationships
• Organisational awareness
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Commitment towards continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently
• Good time management
• Honesty and reliability

Email

Keegan.govender@lifehealthcare.co.za

Closing date

Monday, December 9, 2024