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Ref: RP057-24
Job description / Role
Responsible to: Supervisor, Special Imaging
Basic Function:
• Within the mission, vision and values of the hospital,provide Interventional Radiology procedures and assist the Radiologist during all Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures with highest quality standards and assist in supervising the Interventional Radiology.
Main areas of responsibility:
• Assist and perform Interventional 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 departmental protocols and standards.
• Set-up and operate equipment to perform Interventional examinations/procedures according to departmental protocols and reports all equipments faults and errors to the Supervisor.
• Review and comply with hospital and departmental policies and protocols.
• Participate in the implementation of the departmental strategic plan.
• Assist in organizing, supervising, coordinating and representing the provision of Interventional Radiology services.
• Assist in developing the policies, procedures and protocols in the Department of Medical Imaging.
• Participate in departmental in-services and lectures for staff and Radiology students.
• Coordinate care and safety of patients during Interventional procedures.
• Ensure communication with patients and staff is meaningful and professional. Maintain patient confidentiality, rights and privacy all times.
• Handle equipment and related accessories safely and responsibly.
• Cover the department during the working shifts/on calls as scheduled and during emergencies and disaster as requested.
• Follow established Radiation Protection measures for themselves, patients, other staff and the population in general.
• Ensure that scheduled work is completed before signing out.
• Select the proper equipment, accessories and techniques to obtain the highest image quality.
• Fully inform patients and / or relatives as to the nature of the procedure 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, including Basic Life Support certification
• Ensure new staff receives the proper level of training and orientation for the hospital, the department, and their specific workplace.
• Ensure all staff follows established International Patient Safety goals.
• Represent the department by attending relevant committees as delegated.
• Provide a first level of problem solving and support for work related issues.
• Perform other job related duties as required.
Benefits
• Generous Tax Free Salary. Each case individually negotiated. Calculated for years of experience and for post graduate education.
• One year renewable contract. If you renew for a second year you will receive one month salary as a recontracting bonus.
• Holidays: 61 days paid leave per year. ( Annual leave and public holidays)
• Free fully furnished western accommodation.
• Recreation centres at all hospitals free of charge. Gym, tennis +++
• *Free utilities. Cable TV available with up to 250 channels.
• High speed internet.
• Free healthcare.
• Return flight to your nearest international airport (Point of Hire) at beginning and end of contract.
• Midyear ticket to your point of hire.
Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree in Radiological Sciences or related field or equivalent - E
• Current Certification/Registration/License to practice diagnostic radiology - E
• Minimum of five (5) years in Interventional Radiology - E
• English Language Skills: Level I - E
• Computer Skills: Level II - E
About the Company
Professional Connections International Healthcare Recruitment Agency
Professional Connections, often referred to as Profco, is an international healthcare recruitment specialist. Profco is working to help placing credentialed nurses, doctors and allied health professionals in exciting opportunities with leading hospitals around the world. International assignments are a great way for nurses and other healthcare professionals to broaden their experience and to see how healthcare is delivered in other countries, while at the same time enhancing their career prospects as they gain experience in different parts of the world.