Radiographer (2 vacancies)

Overview:

The successful candidate will be required to work at all hospitals in East London on a rotational basis, reporting to the Head Radiographer, and will be responsible for providing a high-quality service to both Inpatients and Outpatients. This will include General Radiography, Theatre Imaging, Ultrasound, Mammograph, CT and MRI services. The successful candidates will be members of the Radiography Department and multi-disciplinary teams, providing a high-quality Radiography service to patients in assigned areas in accordance with professional standards of practice.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Diagnostic Radiography
• Registered with HPCSA
• 5+ years of general diagnostic radiography experience
• 3+ years of CT and MRI experience
• Mammography experience will be an advantage
• Experience in both public and private healthcare will be considered
• Ability to perform weekend work and night shifts
• Own transport and a valid driver’s license is essential
• Ability to present findings to both medical and non-medical persons 

Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for radiology examinations or procedures for which they are scheduled
• Prepare the room and equipment required before commencing radiology procedures
• Produce accurate radiographic images in the various modalities for which the incumbent is qualified
• Work in all areas of radiology as required, including shift work as per roster and overtime when required
• Participate in all staff meetings and briefings
• Maintain acceptable levels of health and safety, and report all deviations to the procedure to Management
• Take part in the routine daily inspection of equipment and quality assurance procedures
• Report any defects or problems either directly to the RSM or Clinical Specialist in the area where working
• Keep up-to-date with current techniques and developments in Radiographic and imaging procedures and to take part in in-service training as required
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and with non-radiographic staff, both in the Radiology Department and in the hospitals
  

Competencies:

• Problem-solving/analysis
• Resilience
• Verbal & written communication
• Teamwork
• Customer responsiveness
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Building relationships
• Organisational awareness
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour