
NMC healthcare
Radiographer in NMC Food Lands Building Abu Dhabi is accountable to perform a range of radiographic examinations and also assist in more complex radiological examinations under the supervision of a radiologist and senior staff. This job ID number is 3522.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF RADIOGRAPHER IN NMC FOOD LANDS BUILDING
- To assess patients and interpreting clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques.
- To perform a range of radiographic examinations and also assist in more complex radiological examinations under the supervision of a radiologist and senior staff.
- To observe and maintain contact with patients during their waiting, examination and post-examination stay in the department.
- To work 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.
- Use 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.
- To communicate with patients and others in a clear, respectful and appropriate way.
- To position patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapt standard techniques depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma.
- To record imaging identification and patient documentation quickly and accurately and observing protocols to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality.
- To learn new techniques and technologies as required by professional bodies and participate in annual performance appraisal programmes.
- To supervise assistant practitioners, and other staff, and delivering appropriate training
- To understand and observe 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.
- Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and tidiness of equipment and department.
- To explain to the patient before starting the procedure.
- To ensure that rooms/equipments are clean, proper explanation and necessary radiation protection is given to the patient before starting procedures.
- To give necessary instruction and appointment to the patient in case of contrast studies.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR RADIOGRAPHER IN NMC FOOD LANDS BUILDING
- Bachlore in Radiography or its equivalent.
- Current license in the country of origin, with DOH License to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- Minimum three years experience as a Radiographer.
- The ability to apply technical skills, together with a demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology and physics;
- Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure;
- Excellent command of oral and written English. Arabic language advantageous/desirable but not essential.
- Proficient technology application skills; Basic MS Office (Word, Excel, & Power point) MS Outlook & Internet explorer skills.
- A supportive and caring disposition, adaptability and good time management skills, Team working ability, Confidence in dealing with stressful situations;