Radiology Technique Specialist-Riyadh-(207268)
Summary
Operates X-ray equipment, positions patients, and maintains radiology workflows in a clinic setting while ensuring radiation safety and infection control.
Perform diagnostic radiographs, daily maintenance of x-ray equipment and room, daily maintenance of x-ray film processor and handles processing of radiology request, radiology reports and x-ray films and ensures strict compliance with any rules or regulations that apply to the clinic.
Accountabilities
- Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
- Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
- Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.
- Maintains production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures; developing radiographs; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments.
- Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
Work Environment
- Indoors : 100%
- Outdoors : 0%
- Working Days : 6 Working Days
- Days off : 1 Days Off
- Working Hours : 8 net working hours according to shift schedule approved by head of department.
Job Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Applied medical science – Radiology section
- Experience: 2 years of practical experience following graduation.
- Computer Skills: Office & Health Information System
- Languages: English and Arabic (fluent speaking and writing)