Pool Radiographer
Department
Pool Radiology AKUH(ON)
Entity
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Introduction
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is the first hospital in East Africa to be accredited by the Joint Commission International from the USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years.
The incumbent will provide effective radiographic services within the laid down standards, operating policies and procedures with the aim of achieving images of high-quality diagnostic value.
Responsibilities:
Perform high quality radiological examinations as per stipulated policy and guidelines
Ensure safety for the patients and the machine through adequate preparation of patients and daily equipment quality performance check
Ensure adequate and correct information is given to patients regarding procedures
Monitor the patients’ condition all through the procedure
Liaise with doctors and other medical staff to clarify ambiguous radiology requests to prevent service anomalies
Ensure that all the Radiation safety measures are put in place to protect the patient staff and the public from unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation
Document and report all the faults on the machines to recommended authorities
Ensure proper and accurate records of environment and downtime of radiological equipment
Ensure timely availability of images to facilitate timely reporting and dispatch of reports
Participate in relevant hospital and departmental quality initiatives
Perform any other duties within the professional circuit as may be assigned from time to time
Requirements:
Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or Equivalent
Registration with Radiation Protection Board of Kenya
Minimum of 1-year work experience in a busy Radiology Department
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good customer service skills
