Jobs at Cedarcrest Hospitals

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• Reporting to the Head of Radiology, the radiographer operates diagnostic and therapeutic equipment to examine and treat patients for illness, diseases, or injury.
• You are to use such medical equipment as; Conventional X-ray Machines (X-RAY), Computed Tomography (CT) machines, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machines, Ultrasound (USS) machines, Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) machines, Mammography (Mammo) machines, Fluoroscopy machines, C-ARM machines, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (CATHLAB) machines, Brachytherapy machines, Cobalt-60 and Linear Accelerator machines, etc, to examine patients illness, diseases or injury

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Responsible for the radiation safety of the patients, staff and the general public.
• Performing all diagnostic medical imaging of patients and to acquire diagnostic images of the body parts examined.
• Responsible for patient and equipment positioning for the purpose of acquiring images of the body part examined in order to rule out or rule in pathology. It is also your duty that ensure that the patient get as much comfort as possible while carrying out the examination.
• Responsible for proper and correct identification of patients and examination intended and also explaining the intended procedure or examination to the patient.
• Organizing the daily work or procedure schedules for the department. Ensures that patients are properly scheduled for their investigation and appropriate information given to them.
• Making of requisition for the departmental supplies, and monitoring of same is handled by the radiographer but however, in partnership with the admin officer.
• Proper and correct documentation of daily examinations and procedures performed in the department.
• Responsible for counselling of patients scheduled for some procedures and examinations, getting informed consent from the patient or patients relative/guardian (if under age) before carrying out any investigation or examination on the patient.
• Responsible for giving post examination counselling and information to the patient.
• As the need arises, administers radiographic contrast media/agents to the patient while carrying out the examinations through either of the following routes; Intravenous (IV), Oral, Intracavitory, and Enteral.
• Radiographers are responsible for the equipment and hence keeps log of equipment errors or fault. Also keeps log and schedule of machine maintenance and repairs.
• Be ready to teach and train radiography students on clinical posting or placement.
• Responsible for performing daily, weekly and monthly quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) test for the equipment.
• Be ready to partner and work with other members of the healthcare team for the overall benefit of the patient. These members include; Nurses, referring physicians, porters, receptionists, professional colleagues and most importantly the radiologists.
• Make sure that the medical images acquired are well archived and backed up in the PACS system.

HIERARCHY

• This role reports to the Head of Radiology.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Medical Radiography and Radiological Sciences
• Valid Practicing License

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

• The applicant must be able to demonstrate problem, solving abilities.
• The applicant must be able to liaise with clinicians on a professional level and have a good interpersonal skill
• 2 years of ultrasound experience.
• Strong technical, communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills.
• The ability to explain technical terms in a clear and understandable way.
• Good eyesight and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• This job description is not exhaustive and will evolve as the Company’s organizational needs change.

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Purpose of the Role

• The Family Physician who reports directly to the Head of Medicine, will be responsible for providing high-quality medical care by examining patients and treating diseases.
• The incumbent will be responsible for patients' routine check-ups as well as non-emergency medical situations that arise; undertake tasks aiming for prevention and promotion of healthy habits.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct routine check-ups to patients to assess their health conditions and discover possible issues.
• Take emergency calls, admit and manage in patients as well as running outpatient clinic
• Give appropriate advice for healthy habits (diet, hygiene, etc.) and preventative actions to promote overall health.
• Conduct examinations to ill patients and evaluate symptoms to determine patients' conditions.
• Ask intuitive questions to discover the causes of illness.
• Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and the patient’s medical history.
• Prescribe and interpret lab test results to obtain more information for underlying infections or abnormalities. Prescribe medications or drugs and provide comprehensive instructions for administration.
• Collaborate with other physicians, physician assistants, and nurses to form a high performing medical team. Examine and provide treatments to injuries and refer patients to specialists where needed (ophthalmologist, orthopaedist, neurologist, etc.).
• Keep records of patients' diseases, operations, or other significant information (e.g, allergic episodes) on Helium plus.
• Make use of patient health data in medical analysis.
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for patients.
• Remain up-to-speed with developments and best practices in medicine by attending conferences and seminars.
• Do ward round for medical patients.
• Perform any other additional tasks assigned you.
• Responsible for personal career development and keeping abreast with the latest knowledge and research in your field.
• Keep your medical practicing licenses current and your file updated with the HR office annually
• Understand and adhere to the reporting/escalation lines. Head of Department →Medical Director
• Complete all performance appraisals with supervisors/ line managers/ Heads of department.
• Pursue personal research and publishing of your own work within ethical bounds.
• A target of at least 2 annual publications is desirable
• HIERARCHY This role reports to the Head of Medicine.

Education, Certification And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) registered with MDCN with a valid practicing license.
• Must have a Postgraduate / Residency qualification in Family Medicine.
• 5 - 7 years work experience.
• Proven experience as a Family Physician.
• Strong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnostics.
• Excellent knowledge of infectious diseases, their symptoms, and epidemiology.
• In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medical best practices.
• Excellent communicator who can empathize with patients.
• Excellent quantitative skills.
• Respect for patient's confidentiality.
• Compassionate and approachable.
• Valid and active medical license
• Exceptional attention to detail.