Radiographer

Echo-Scan Services Limited to ensure global best practice delivery of diagnostic services in Nigeriaproviding wide range of diagnostic services, including pathology and molecular diagnostics, genetics testing and radiology to patients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Radiographer

Location: Garki, Abuja (FCT)

Job Description

• Positioning patients and equipment, explaining the procedures, and ensuring patients' comfort.
• Interact with patients to offer them psychological support and reassurance.
• Set accurate radiation levels in accordance with established standards and obtain patient consent prior to diagnostic imaging to fulfill legal requirements.
• Carry out conventional & specials procedures e.g HSG, RUG, Barium etc.
• Operate CT scanners, MRI, X-rays, machines etc. to obtain radiographic images of patient.
• Evaluate patient condition prior to radiotherapy to determine the suitable radiographic technique for treatment.
• Accurately performs diagnostic imaging to obtain clear, usable images.
• Inserting commands and data into the computer to document and specify the scan sequences and monitoring the video display to adjust the density or contrast.
• Monitor patients during examinations, ensuring their safety, and following procedures to prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation.
• Ensure that all names of conducted studies are move to work area.
• Ensure that all acquired images are uploaded onto the viewing platform.
• Ensure compliance with established safety regulations and procedures when operating radiation equipment in order to prevent ill-exposure to ionizing radiation.
• Producing diagnostic images, reporting important information to the Physician, and updating patients' records on PACS.
• Follow all radiology health and safety rules and report any possible hazards to the Radiologist and Branch Operations Manager
• Keep and / or retrieve departmental copies of patient test reports.

Requirements

• First Degree in Radiography
• A license to practice Radiography.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar job role
• Candidate must be able to carry out specials procedures.
• Observes confidentiality both with patient information and co-workers.
• Ability to connect with several types of patients.
• Attention to detail and skill in proper patient identification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, and compassion.