Corper Radiographer at Wellmed Healthcare

Job Description

• Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.
• Collaborate with other medical team members, (physicians and nurses), to conduct special procedures.
• Liaise and work with other medical and non-medical staff to ensure quality care is given to patients.
• Comply with the use of standard operating procedures and policies
• Evaluate patients’ medical condition and history to determine the most suitable radiographic diagnosis technique with the guidance/supervision of a senior radiographer or radiologist.
• Interact with patients to offer them psychological support and address their concerns regarding an imaging procedure.
• Adjust diagnostic equipment to deliver accurate amount of radiation to patients
• Operate complex medical instruments such as Xray and several other imaging devices with supervision.
• Maintain proper records of patient details ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Explain to patients and their families the details of a procedure and ways to manage possible side effects.
• Regularly inspect diagnostic equipment to ensure they are functional and operate efficiently.
• Assist radiologist during complex radiological examinations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines to minimize the risk of exposure to ionizing radiation.
• Correctly position patients prior to X-ray imaging to obtain high-quality films.
• Ensure radiology supplies are available.
• Ensure professional conduct at all times.
• Supervise visiting staff and patients in radiation work areas.
• Attend departmental and general staff meetings as required.
• Be available for weekend duties as rostered.
• Be available for duty at branch sites.
• Liaise with other departments/staff to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensure immediate radiology/examination suites are kept clean.