Radiologist at Afriglobal Group

Job Purpose

A leading company in the Healthcare/Medical Diagnostics Industry within Lagos state, is currently recruiting for an experienced Radiologist. The Radiologist will deploy expertise in the visual representation, analysis and interpretation of specific images relative to human body diagnosis.

Job Responsibilities

• Review and interpret medical images to determine patient status and future medical care
• Determine the exact images required for diagnosis and delivering orders to Radiographers
• Administer trace amounts of radioactive substances to create and enhance diagnostic images
• Perform minimally invasive surgical techniques such as embolization, angioplasty and ablation with image guidance 
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary while working with patient primary consultant
• Create a radiation treatment plan for patients with cancer
• Compile written reports of results and diagnoses and share with the necessary offices
• Review and interpret medical images to determine patient health status and the required patient’s future medical care
• Administer trace amounts of radioactive substances to create and enhance diagnostics images
• Perform or guide radiographers to carry out image-guided, diagnostic procedures.
• Work with radiology lab technicians to perfect image quality.
• Analyze and interpret the results from diagnostic imaging procedures to determine patient diagnoses.
•  Liaise with other key specialists and physicians to understand and communicate medical diagnosis
• Communicate and discuss results and diagnoses with specialists and physicians.
• Follow medical protocols for resuscitation, bleeding, infection, or other emergency situations, as necessary.
• Perform minimally invasive surgical techniques or advise physicians with image guidance where necessary

Person Specification

• Proven work experience as a Radiologist or similar role
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, physical sciences, or a related field with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree
• Valid and active practicing license.
• Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience
• Proficient in general radiology techniques, including X-ray and ultrasound. However, proficiency in CT and MRI scan techniques are highly essential for this role.
• Knowledge of general surgical practices to help diagnose and treat injuries
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong motor skills and manual dexterity to handle small tools and imaging equipment
• Must be able to work during the day, 8am to 5pm from Monday to Fridays
• Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail to interpret imaging results
• Ability to remain calm and focused in stressful situations
• Patient management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Superb problem-solving skills.

Work Hours: Mondays through Fridays (8am-5pm); two Saturdays monthly (8am-5pm)
Work Structure: On-site. 
Salary: N1.5 - 2.2m monthly gross

Note: Remote work structure is open to further discussion