Consultant Radiologist at Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority

Job Ref No: NHD21 / 1002

Background

• We are in the health sector focused on both Laboratory and Radiology diagnostics. We work in a unique partnership with the public sector to strengthen the capacity of the human resource and the facility development to a world class standard for the sustainability of the centre.
• The NHDIC is in the process of strengthening its operations and enhancing overall capacity towards delivering its mandate.

Responsibilities

• To provide general radiology services.
• Interact with patients to offer them psychological support and address their concerns regarding an imaging procedure.
• To participate in regular audit and monthly clinical governance meetings.
• To supervise all radiology examination and radiographers by always ensuring smooth operation of the radiology department.
• Liaise with other radiologist to ensure that the department is covered at all times.
• To implement protocols in areas such as drug’s reaction, resuscitation, emergencies, and infection control.
• Ensure appropriate use and maintenance of all radiology modalities at the facility.
• Participate in research projects involving radiology when necessary.
• Ensure qualitative interpretations of investigations by sharing and discussing with colleagues when necessary.
• Administer radiopaque substances by injection, orally, or as enemas to render internal structures and organs visible on X-ray films or fluoroscopics screens.
• Coordinate radiological services with other medical activities.
• Direct and supervise the activities of radiographers and trainee radiographers.
• Maintaining and ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Develop daily priority list that allows all scheduled procedures.
• Participate in continuing education activities to maintain and develop expertise as required by MDCAN and keep proper and updated registration with MDCN and NMA.

Qualifications, Experience and Attributes

• MBBS.
• FMCR.
• Valid and current practicing license from MDCN.
• Computer Literacy Extensive experience in X-Ray, Ultrasound, MRI and Mammography.
• 5-10 years’ experience in X-ray, MRI, Ultrasound, Mammography and other Radiology procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good observation skills.
• Good verbal and written Communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving skills.
• Adaptability and Flexibility.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good clinical knowledge across all specialties.
• Confidentiality.
• Manual dexterity for certain roles.
• Excellent supportive and caring disposition.
• Excellent team player.
• Excellent leadership skills.