Radiologist Job at AAR Hospital

AAR Hospital

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Experience Required:Not Specified
Total Positions:1
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Medical
Minimum Education: Masters
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posted on: January 5, 2024
Last Date: January 15, 2024

Job Description

JOB TITLE : RADIOLOGIST
DIVISION : CLINICAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT : RADIOLOGY
REPORTS TO : CHIEF RADIOLOGIST

JOB SUMMARY
Uses imaging methodologies to diagnose and manage patients of all ages utilizing a radiology
information system RIS via e tele radiography, while providing therapeutic options to the clinical
team. Responsible for communicating critical values and critical findings consistent with our
policies requiring clinician notification.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• To adhere to all the laid down safety procedures in carrying out duties in the department.
• To administer contrast material during radiological procedures.
• To interpret and report general x-rays, CT scan images, MRI and mammograms.
• To perform special procedures for diagnostic purposes.
• Verification and authorization of all typed reports.
• To communicate critical findings consistent with the hospital policies requiring clinician
notification.
• Making decisions regarding immediate management and/ or additional imaging.
• Enhancing evidence-based practice.
• To maintain confidentiality of radiology reports and good public relations in all internal and
external interactions.
• Maintaining patient confidentiality and professional work ethics
• Advocating for patients and participate in continual improvement strategies.
• Championing continuous quality improvements in radiology and imaging service delivery
• Participate in developing radiology and imaging protocols and facilitating CMEs.
• Ensuring all standards are met including but not limited to quality of imaging and reporting,
turnaround times, effective communication and quality customer service.
• Participating in on-call as and when the need arises.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Radiologist.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Master of Medicine in Radiology.
• Specialist Recognition
• Valid registration and annual practice license
• Minimum experience three years post specialist recognition
• Sound diagnostic skills and clinical judgment.
• Advance Cardiac Life Support
• Advance Trauma Life Support (added advantage)
• Paediatric Advanced Life Support (added advantage)

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
• Demonstrated Focus on Patient Care
• Sound decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate accurately and appropriately with patients, healthcare professions
inclusive of visiting consultants and payers.
• Organizational skills
• Self-confidence
• Results oriented.
• Adaptability
• Honest and a high sense of integrity