Radiography Technologist

Role Overview

Radiography Technologist at NMC Healthcare in Dubai, UAE.

Role Purpose

To perform high-quality radiographic examinations using appropriate techniques, assist radiologists in complex procedures, maintain equipment and image quality standards, ensure patient safety and comfort, and comply with international regulations and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment and Imaging

• Assess patients and interpret clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques.
• Perform a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high-quality images.
• Position patients safely for examinations and adapt standard techniques as needed for medical conditions associated with disability, illness or trauma.
• Assist in more complex radiological examinations under the supervision of a radiologist and senior staff.
• Assist radiologist in procedures and help with reporting.

CT Scan Procedures

• Perform quality control tests daily.
• Verify that consent forms are duly filled out.
• Explain procedures to patients before starting.
• Carry out contrast procedures according to instruction given by the radiologist.
• Explain contraindications to patients.
• Maintain all emergency drugs and accessories with the assistance of an experienced nurse.
• Arrange anesthesia backup in case of emergencies or non-cooperative patients.
• Ensure images obtained are seen and verified by the radiologist.
• Verify that images are properly sent to PACS and archived.
• Check stock of contrast media and films regularly.
• Exclude pregnancy in women of child-bearing age and bring to physician or radiologist notice.
• Maintain the breakdown logbook.
• Ensure equipment is in proper working condition and inform department in-charge or biomedical engineer of any problems.

Routine X-ray and Fluoroscopy Procedures

• Ensure rooms and equipment are kept clean.
• Explain procedures to patients before starting.
• Provide necessary radiation protection to patients.
• Take X-rays as per instruction and provide for digital processing.
• Check quality of X-rays before patient leaves the department.
• Send images for reporting to doctors through PACS system.
• Give necessary instruction and appointments to patients in case of contrast studies.
• Carry out fluoroscopy procedures according to instruction given by the radiologist.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Undertake quality control checks on X-rays and associated equipment.
• Contribute to quality assurance and audit initiatives.
• Perform and follow quality assurance programs for various radiology sub-departments.
• Ensure JCIA compliance among radiographers.
• Follow appropriate international guidelines, DHA regulations and Joint Commission International norms while treating or managing patients and discharging professional duties.
• Ensure timely delivery of images and forms to doctors for reporting.

Equipment Management

• Ensure equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and any faults are reported to Biomedical and HOD.
• Monitor and maintain equipment in proper working condition.
• Report any equipment problems to department in-charge or biomedical engineer.
• Maintain the breakdown logbook.

Patient Care and Communication

• Observe and maintain contact with patients during their waiting, examination and post-examination stay in the department.
• Communicate with patients and others in a clear, respectful and appropriate way.
• Deal confidently with difficult situations.
• Provide a supportive and caring approach to patients.

Documentation and Records

• Record imaging identification and patient documentation quickly and accurately.
• Observe protocols to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality.
• Manage PACS and HMS as needed.
• Maintain TAT register and department indicators.
• Arrange forms for radiologists for reporting.
• Arrange for emergency procedures.

Team Leadership and Training

• Work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to ensure an efficient service is provided to patients.
• Share specialist knowledge and expertise with team members.
• Supervise assistant practitioners and other staff, and deliver appropriate training.

Workload and Priority Management

• Use initiative to prioritize, deliver and time-manage workload effectively.
• Assist senior staff to plan efficient control of work flow patterns within the department.
• Perform any other work or job as assigned by superior.

Health, Safety and Compliance

• Understand and observe health and safety at work and welfare issues, including ionizing radiation regulations, to protect yourself and others.
• Report incidents of injury to yourself or others according to departmental procedures.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness and tidiness within the department.

Professional Development

• Learn new techniques and technologies as required by professional bodies.
• Participate in annual performance appraisal programmes.

Qualifications & Experience

• College degree in radiography or equivalent.
• Current license in country of origin, with DHA license to practice in Dubai, UAE.
• At least three years experience.
• Ability to apply technical skills with demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences such as anatomy, physiology and physics.

Skills & Competencies

• Fluent spoken and written English; spoken Arabic is advantageous but not essential.
• Self-motivation and ability to work under pressure.
• Adaptability and good time management skills.
• Team working ability.
• Confidence in dealing with stressful situations.
• IT competencies.
• A supportive and caring disposition.