Job Title: Radiographer (Fresher NGO Jobs)
Organisation: Medical Teams International (MTI)
Duty Station: Kyaka, Uganda
About the Company:
Medical Teams International is a faith-based not for profit health relief and development organization with a Calling “Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.” MTI-UG has operations in West Nile and South western Uganda. We provide Comprehensive Primary Health Care, Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS and Nutrition.
Job Summary: Responsible for performing X-ray examination according to protocols, security measures and standards of hygiene and privacy in order to contribute to the improvement of the health condition of patients.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible to perform safe, high quality radiographic imaging and analysis to assist in the diagnosis and management of patients, reporting immediately to the medical referent any problem regarding patients health status
- Prepare patients for imaging including explaining procedures, compiling medical history, providing necessary protective gear and upholding patient confidentiality at all times
- Ensure staff/patient compliance to all radiation safety regulations including use of protective aprons and devices, and clearly marking and respecting radiation areas; identify vulnerable persons to radiation, such as pregnant women, and protect them accordingly
- Ensure application of hygiene protocols in the maintenance of equipment and X-ray room; performing cleaning of X-ray devices and ensure proper waste disposal
- Responsible for quality assurance by auditing own practice and ensuring that radiography equipment remains in good condition and makes necessary requisition for repair needs
- Perform regular stock inventory and ensure all materials are stored according to each specific condition; make requisitions for materials
- Ensure biomedical equipment is in good working order by using in accordance with user manual and protocols, perform cleaning and minor maintenance, undertaking regular quality assurance checks; alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning, damage/loss/robbery of X-ray room material and devices
- Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct
- Ensure direct reports have clear objectives, receive mentorship and participate in capacity building opportunities
- Conduct performance evaluations and enforce disciplinary process as per MTI policy
- Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Diploma in Medical Radiography
- Registration with Allied Health Professionals Council is required
- Valid practicing license is required
- 2 years of radiography experience is required
- Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage
Knowledge
- Knowledge of radiography principles and best practices
- Knowledge of hygiene management and IPC protocol
Skills
- Skilled in performing radiographic imaging and interpreting images
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- A good command of both written and spoken English
Abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
- Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
- Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
- Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
- Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
Physical Conditions
This position requires work at health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should apply online at the link below.
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