Readvertisement: Radiographer X 1 - Paarl, South Africa - Maternal Adolescent and Child Health Institute

Maternal Adolescent and Child Health Institute

Verified Company

Paarl, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

beBee Recruiter

Description

Location:
Paarl, Western Cape Province

Duration of Contract: 5-year fixed term contract.
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Please note that previous respondents to this advert are encouraged not to reapply. _

Radiographer x 1 - (Ref Acc-17)

Main purpose of the job:

The incumbent will be responsible for providing mobile X-ray services, including screening and diagnosis of TB, at MatCH supported public health facilities.

Key performance areas

Assessing patients and interpreting clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques
Performing a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce highquality images
Working effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that an efficient service is provided to patients, for example by sharing specialist knowledge and expertise.

Positioning patients safely for examinations and, if necessary, adapting standard techniques depending on medical conditions associated with disability, illness, or trauma

Recording imaging identification and patient documentation quickly and accurately and observing protocols to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality
Performing necessary administrative tasks, when required
Understanding and observing health and safety at work and welfare issues, including ionising radiation regulations, to protect yourself and others.
Undertaking quality control checks on Xrays and associated equipment, and contributing to quality assurance and audit initiatives
Ensuring that equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and any faults are reported

Required minimum education and training

National Diploma: Diagnostic Radiography

Minimum Professional body registration

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) registration

Work experience

Three years of relevant work experience

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

HIV/TB knowledge and experience will be highly desirable
Experience working in a donor funded organization / NGO or projectbased

environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Report writing ability
Proficiency in English
Strong counselling skills.
Good organisational and administrative skills
Ability to handle a varied, busy, and pressurized workload with competing demands on time
Selfmotivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability and willingness to travel

Please note :
By responding to this advert, you hereby acknowledge that you have read and accept the following Protection of Personal Information Act ( POPIA) disclaimer:

Application Deadline: 2024/02/19

Application Question(s):
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National Diploma:
Diagnostic Radiography is required

Education:

Diploma (required)

Experience:

- relevant work: 3 years (required)

License/Certification:
- o Health Professions Council of South Africa registration (required)

Application Deadline: 2024/02/19