Description

Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services for People with disability in Uganda (CoRSU) was established in 2006 as a private non-profit, non-governmental organization. CoRSU provides Orthopaedic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, and Rehabilitation, mainly for children as well as adults with disability.

CoRSU Hospital seeks to fill the following vacancy:

Job Title: Radiographer

Number of vacancies: 01

Payment Grade: Full-time

Reporting to: Head of Imaging Services

Department: Medical Directorate

Overall job objective: To ensure the effective and efficient provision of Radiography services, including performing X-ray and ultrasound examinations. The individual shall also be mandated to provide protection against radiation, taking care of the X-ray machines/ related resources, report writing /documentation of, and preparing patient statistics.

Functional Outputs/Activities per key performance area:

Diagnostic Imaging:

• Perform a variety of X-ray examinations, including plain films, fluoroscopy, and contrast studies, and occasionally monitor imaging sessions run by radiology technologists and technicians.
• Ensure proper patient positioning and image acquisition to obtain optimal diagnostic quality.
• Analyze and interpret X-ray images to identify abnormalities and assist in diagnosis.
• Prepare comprehensive and accurate radiology reports, including findings, impressions, and recommendations.
• Consult with referring physicians to discuss findings and answer questions.

Patient Care:

• Provide consultations to patients’ primary doctors on the results of imaging and recommend courses of treatment or suggest that additional images be taken.
• Explain procedures and answer patient questions to alleviate anxiety and ensure understanding.
• Monitor patient condition during procedures and take necessary precautions to minimize discomfort.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Quality Assurance and Safety:

• Participate in quality assurance programs to maintain high standards of image quality and patient safety.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate with the biomedical engineer for repairs.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in radiology technology and techniques.
• Maintain and troubleshoot X-ray equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Adhering at all times to radiation protection and safety guidelines given by the Atomic Energy Council (ARC) to protect patients, staff, and oneself from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Maintain strict infection control measures in line with hospital prevention protocols
• Monitor and manage radiation exposure levels.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Record patient information, procedure details, and store digital image findings accurately in the hospital’s data management system.
• Assist in collecting and managing radiological data for reporting to key stakeholders.
• Perform data entry on a variety of electronic platforms to a high standard of quality.
• Support in the preparation of ARC reports.
• Provide regular updates on the number of X-rays performed, diagnoses made, and any equipment-related issues.

Team Management

• Provide training and guidance to other radiographers and all cadres of staff involved in imaging on radiographic techniques, quality control, and radiation safety.
• Develop individual work plans in coordination with the head of imaging in preparation for imaging to create visibility and clarity of tasks or track their progress against these plans.

Financial Management

• To participate in inventory management to help in preparing for departmental needs.

Risk Management

• Continuously assess risk inherent in the department.
• Develop mitigation measures to curb the risk inherent in the imaging services process, together with the head of imaging services.
• Evaluate the patient’s medical history, the potential benefits of the procedure, and the associated risks
• Review the effectiveness of the mitigation measures on a continuous basis, together with the head of imaging

Compliance

• Adhering to high ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality is paramount.
• Adhere to all CoRSU Policies and Procedures

Required Qualifications and Experience and Work Attributes

• A diploma in Radiology is required
• A bachelor’s degree in Radiology is an added advantage
• Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals’ Council.
• Must have a valid operational license
• 2 years of experience in a similar role is required
• Experience working in a similar hospital setting is an added advantage
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of specific imaging modalities relevant to rehabilitation, such as musculoskeletal assessment.
• Strong knowledge of X-ray physics, anatomy, and pathology
• Commitment to patient care and quality assurance

• Perform a variety of X-ray examinations, including plain films, fluoroscopy, and contrast studies, and occasionally monitor imaging sessions run by radiology technologists and technicians.
• Ensure proper patient positioning and image acquisition to obtain optimal diagnostic quality.
• Analyze and interpret X-ray images to identify abnormalities and assist in diagnosis.
• Prepare comprehensive and accurate radiology reports, including findings, impressions, and recommendations.
• Consult with referring physicians to discuss findings and answer questions.
• Provide consultations to patients’ primary doctors on the results of imaging and recommend courses of treatment or suggest that additional images be taken.
• Explain procedures and answer patient questions to alleviate anxiety and ensure understanding.
• Monitor patient condition during procedures and take necessary precautions to minimize discomfort.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Participate in quality assurance programs to maintain high standards of image quality and patient safety.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate with the biomedical engineer for repairs.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in radiology technology and techniques.
• Maintain and troubleshoot X-ray equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Adhering at all times to radiation protection and safety guidelines given by the Atomic Energy Council (ARC) to protect patients, staff, and oneself from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Maintain strict infection control measures in line with hospital prevention protocols
• Monitor and manage radiation exposure levels.
• Record patient information, procedure details, and store digital image findings accurately in the hospital’s data management system.
• Assist in collecting and managing radiological data for reporting to key stakeholders.
• Perform data entry on a variety of electronic platforms to a high standard of quality.
• Support in the preparation of ARC reports.
• Provide regular updates on the number of X-rays performed, diagnoses made, and any equipment-related issues.
• Provide training and guidance to other radiographers and all cadres of staff involved in imaging on radiographic techniques, quality control, and radiation safety.
• Develop individual work plans in coordination with the head of imaging in preparation for imaging to create visibility and clarity of tasks or track their progress against these plans.
• To participate in inventory management to help in preparing for departmental needs.
• Continuously assess risk inherent in the department.
• Develop mitigation measures to curb the risk inherent in the imaging services process, together with the head of imaging services.
• Evaluate the patient’s medical history, the potential benefits of the procedure, and the associated risks
• Review the effectiveness of the mitigation measures on a continuous basis, together with the head of imaging
• Adhering to high ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality is paramount.
• Adhere to all CoRSU Policies and Procedures

• Ability to work independently and as part of the team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of specific imaging modalities relevant to rehabilitation, such as musculoskeletal assessment.
• Strong knowledge of X-ray physics, anatomy, and pathology
• Commitment to patient care and quality assurance

• A diploma in Radiology is required
• A bachelor’s degree in Radiology is an added advantage
• Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals’ Council.
• Must have a valid operational license