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Job Title:  Radiographer  

Organisation: LifeLink Medical Group

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

LifeLink Medical Group is a private medical establishment, initially founded as Lifelink Medical Centre in 2008 with  a  goal of   bringing  superior but affordable medical  services, closer  to  the people. Currently running a hospital in Namugongo, and an urban clinic in Ntinda. LifeLink offers both general and specialist health services in  a  sparkly,  friendly  and  well-supervised  environment.

Job Summary: The Radiographer will carry out radiographic imaging for diagnosis treatment and management of patients, carried out with utmost transparency, professionalism and duty of care.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Positioning patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapting standard techniques, depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma;
• 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 programs;
• 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;
• Reporting incidents of injury to yourself or others according to departmental procedures;
• Assessing patients and their 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;
• Providing support and reassurance to patients, taking into account their physical and psychological needs.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiography from a recognized university
• A Post graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sound will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in a reputable institution
• Must be registered with the Allied Health Profession council and possess a valid practicing license
• Excellent Verbal and Written Skills
• Good leadership skills
• Problem solving skills
• Extensive medical knowledge
• be able to use specialized medical equipment and computer software
• Excellent organizational skills required
• Ability to perform well under pressure and work under minimum supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills using the team work concept
• Careful and analytical approach to work
• Detail oriented
• Sympathetic, empathetic, supportive and professional approach to patients
• Possess physical stamina
• Able to prioritize and learn independently

How to Apply:

All interested and qualified candidates should send a cover letter, updated CV and academic documents to jobs@lifelinkug.com

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