Radiology Technologist II

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set-up and operate equipment to perform diagnostic examinations/procedures according to departmental protocols and report all equipment faults and errors to the immediate supervisor. Select the proper equipment, accessories and techniques to obtain the highest image quality.
• Perform diagnostic procedures for all patients as requested and ensure availability of images with required information in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and Radiology Information System (RIS) immediately after completing the procedure according to the departmental protocols and standards.
• Coordinate care and safety of patients during routine Radiological procedures. Review and comply with hospital and departmental policies and protocols. Participate in the implementation of the departmental strategic plan.
• Ensure communication with patients and staff is meaningful and professional. Maintain patient confidentiality, rights and privacy at all times.
• Handle equipment and related accessories safely and responsibly. Follow established Radiation Protection measures for themselves, patients, other staff and the population in general. Follow safety orders precisely and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation.
• Fully inform patients and/or relatives as to the nature of the examination to be performed. Ensure correct patient identification and site verification checks are undertaken for each examination.
• Ensure all applicable licenses and /or trainings are maintained current. Follow the established International Patient Safety goals.
• Participate in monitoring and training Radiology Students, Radiology Technician and new staff to perform all types of duties assigned. Ensure scheduled work is completed before signing out.
• Perform other job related duties.

• Health Information System
• X-ray equipment and other area specific tools, systems, materials
• Work-stream leads, subordinates, patients and their families
• All involved internal and external disciplines (clinical and non-clinical), physicians, medical team
• Expected to use critical-thinking skills to reach objective conclusions
• Dealing with patients and their families
• Great deal of details and accuracy
• Physical endurance
• Psychological strains
• Coverage during emergencies, disasters, other unplanned unprecedented occasions
• Occasional overtime, on call, weekend, holidays work might be required
• Safe Practice related to PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
• Operating in safe manner to reduce risk of injuries

Work Experience |  NASCDP - Nursing -Allied Health Saudi Career development (Training program) 

English Language |  Level – I – Essential

Basic Life Support Certificate – Essential

Registration with Saudi Commission for Health Specialties – Essential

Technical exam score  – Essential

Radiological Sciences