Performs work in the radiography rooms and wards on a 24-hour on-call rotation basis within the Radiology facilities and ER, OR, OPD and Spl. clinics. The nature of the job necessitates strict adherence to radiation safety regulations due to radiation hazards.

1. Reviews radiologic requests to determine the region(s) to be examined and the radiographic projections to be taken, based on the patient's history, departmental guidelines, physician's recommendations, patient's condition and independent judgment.  

   
   

2. Arranges for appropriate patient flow to and from assigned clinical area.

   
   

3. Transports, prepares and positions patients using care, tact, courtesy and patience

   
   

4. Adjusts, manipulates and controls a variety of highly technological and costly radiographic equipment and accessories for Radiographic procedure to obtain optimum quality radiographs as prescribed in the departmental procedure manual.

   
   

5. Ensures proper patient safety by utilizing special equipment or accessories for radiographic procedure.

   
   

6. Reviews processed images for optimal quality and assists in quality control.

   
   

7. Prepares and assists in administering contrast media, performing special radiographic procedures or operating specialized radiographic equipment under general supervision of Radiologist

   
   

8. Assists in maintaining appropriate inventory of supplies and accessories for the performance of Radiologic procedures.                                                                  

   
   

9. Maintains clean and antiseptic conditions of the radiology equipment and accessories in the working and clinical environment.

   
   

10. Demonstrates functional knowledge of sterile and isolation technique in order to prevent contamination.

    
    

11. Recognizes change in patient's condition that requires emergency action and initiates appropriate response.

    
    

12. Demonstrates functional knowledge pertaining to potential radiation hazard and appropriate radiation safety regulations.

    
    

13. Assists with the instruction of Radiologic Technology staff in aspects of radiologic technology that pertain to the clinical area and attends in-service education and staff development meetings.

    
    

Performs work in the radiography rooms and wards on a 24-hour on-call rotation basis within the Radiology facilities and ER, OR, OPD and Spl. clinics. The nature of the job necessitates strict adherence to radiation safety regulations due to radiation hazards.

1. Reviews radiologic requests to determine the region(s) to be examined and the radiographic projections to be taken, based on the patient's history, departmental guidelines, physician's recommendations, patient's condition and independent judgment.  

   
   

2. Arranges for appropriate patient flow to and from assigned clinical area.

   
   

3. Transports, prepares and positions patients using care, tact, courtesy and patience

   
   

4. Adjusts, manipulates and controls a variety of highly technological and costly radiographic equipment and accessories for Radiographic procedure to obtain optimum quality radiographs as prescribed in the departmental procedure manual.

   
   

5. Ensures proper patient safety by utilizing special equipment or accessories for radiographic procedure.

   
   

6. Reviews processed images for optimal quality and assists in quality control.

   
   

7. Prepares and assists in administering contrast media, performing special radiographic procedures or operating specialized radiographic equipment under general supervision of Radiologist

   
   

8. Assists in maintaining appropriate inventory of supplies and accessories for the performance of Radiologic procedures.                                                                  

   
   

9. Maintains clean and antiseptic conditions of the radiology equipment and accessories in the working and clinical environment.

   
   

10. Demonstrates functional knowledge of sterile and isolation technique in order to prevent contamination.

    
    

11. Recognizes change in patient's condition that requires emergency action and initiates appropriate response.

    
    

12. Demonstrates functional knowledge pertaining to potential radiation hazard and appropriate radiation safety regulations.

    
    

13. Assists with the instruction of Radiologic Technology staff in aspects of radiologic technology that pertain to the clinical area and attends in-service education and staff development meetings.

    
    

Degree / Diploma in Radiology, after 12 years of formal education.

1. A minimum of 2 years, post-registration with relevant Medical Council / Association.

   
   

2. Must have DOH License to practice.

   
   

3. Read, write and understand English. Arabic desirable.

   
   

4. Basic computer literacy desired.