Radiology Assistant at Anadach Consulting

Reports To: The Radiologist

The Role

• The Radiology Assistant will be responsible for managing and assessing patients by performing radiographic examination using x-rays, and ultrasound imaging technology under the direction of a radiologist. The candidate will assist the radiologist as needed and ensure that all required documentation and policy/procedures have been completed and followed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures by taking patient’s medical history and explaining the expected nature of examinations and also answering general questions.
• Perform set up and stocking of procedure rooms, which may include, but not limited to scheduling, registration, documentation, release of information and customer services.
• Performs radiologic procedures by taking medical images or examinations.
• Ensure that medical images are complete and made in the highest quality so as to meet the needs of the doctor in charge of patient’s care.
• Enhance patient care by assisting the radiologist with patient assessment, patient management and radiological procedure.
• Make initial observation of diagnostic images and ensure that documentation is completed to meet the needs of the physician.
• Implement proper safety protocols and requirements to avoid contaminating the results or causing physical harm to patients or themselves.
• Understand and observe health and safety at work and welfare issues, including ionizing radiation regulations, to protect self and others.
• Responsible for calibrating and maintaining equipment before and after usage.
• Perform pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the need of the organization in delivering quality care to patients.

Education, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Radiography and registered with the Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria (RRBN)
• A candidate currently undergoing the NYSC program is preferable (Engagement is part-time)
• Must have experience using computerized medical equipment.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Sound knowledge of medical technology with a background in basic sciences.
• Anatomy and physiology skills
• Radiation safety skills
• Knowledge of medical and legal standards
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Computer skills and diagnostic imaging skills are essential.
• Knowledge of general patient care and patient assessment.
• Personable and efficient
• Attention to details and observance of instructions.
• Must be responsible and accountable.
• Ability to handle information in a confidential manner.