X-Ray Technician

Responsible to provide patient care and independently or under the supervision of senlor radiographers perform

all general radiogrbphy procedures, analyse output for diagnostic evaluation purpose, and report to supervisor as

needed.

Fully competent of the use of X-ray, angiography, fluoroscopy to produce images of organs and body parts.

General radiographers assist in the diagnosis of injuries and diseases and contribute towards establishing

treatment plans. They are also involved in intervention procedures, assisting the physician e.g. the removal of

kidney stones, orthopaedic procedures, etc

Managerial

Reporting shortage of materials to supervisor at earliest convenience,

maintaining records for ordering and replenishments

Technical

o Performing all General radiography procedures in accordance with

departmental policies, procedures and protocols. Applying detalled knowledge

of anatomy and physiology to produce images of high diagnostic quality

o Performing other related radiography (special) procedures as required

o Evaluating images produced for acceptable quality, appropriateness and

completeness, and advising other staff when required. Forwards images for

Radiologist for review and reporting

o Responsible for the safe and competent use of all radiology equipment, patient

appliances and aids used in the department. Reporting any incidents and

equipment faults to senior staff in a timely manner.

o Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment. lncluding restocking of

supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning.

o Providing advice to medical/ technical staff on appropriate techniques and

imagery interventions.

o Dealing with patients and clinical staff initial enquiries and to relay to clinical

staff where necessary

o Practices proper entries and records into Hospital lnformation System. lnput of

the radiological images onto the Hospital PACS system.

o Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Quality and Safety

Promoting and maintaining quality in all services and ensure continuous quality

improyement measures are in place. Conduct method evaluation development as per standard policies and procedures

Complying with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as

applicable

Complying with applicable precautions for environmental safety, infection

control, using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross

infections

Ensuring that safety procedures and quality assurance tests are maintained

within all sections

Comply and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on

these as agreed

Communicating in a professional and courteous manner with patients, family

and other medical personnel as necessary to obtain information for laboratory

records, explain procedures, clarify orders and communicate status.

Qualifi cations & licensure Required:

a. BSc in Radiography OR graduate from an accredited Diploma Program (NLT

3 year Syllabus)

b. Graduate from an accredited Radiography course resulting in being

awarded a diploma or certificate as a Radiography technician from an

accredited program or equivalent of (NLT 2 years Syllabus)

c. AND current National License

Desired: NA

Experience required in

addition to the

Qualifications mentioned

above

Required:

o NLT 2 years experience in a multimodality site/ facility including OR, trauma,

etc. in an acute care hospital.

Desired:

. CT and/ OR MRI experience

Specialist Certifi cation Required: NA

Desired:

o Radiation Safety certification

Additional requirements o Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure;

o Fluent spoken and written English. Spoken Arabic is advantageous but not

essential.

o A supportive and caring disposition;

o Adaptability and good time management skills;

o Confidence in dealing with stressful situations;

. lT competencies.