JOB DESCRIPTION - Islamic Relief Kenya

Islamic Relief- Kenya
Job Description
Job Title:
Radiographer/Sonographer
Reporting To:
Clinical Services Coordinator
Matrix Management: Health and Nutrition Program
Base Location:
Dadaab
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary:
The position exists under the Health and Nutrition sub-project. The overall objective is to provide safe,
effective and curative health services, targeting the most important causes of illness and death among
the refugee population. This position exists to ensure smooth running of Ifo camp and efficient services
of the same at Dadaab health office.
Responsibilities
▪ Prepare monthly reports to UNHCR for radiology
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Attend and participate in CMEs for health staff
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Facilitating referral of patients who require further medical management outside the camp.
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Writing weekly reports
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Attending relevant meetings with other implementing partners on various issues
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Provision of overall development and management of clinical and training protocol/
Guidelines for the x ray department.
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Performing diagnostic imaging examinations like x rays and ultrasound
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Producing x-ray films (radiographs) of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical
problems. Preparation of patients for radiologic examinations by explaining the procedure,
drinking water before ultrasound, removing jewelry and other articles through which x rays
cannot pass, and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately
radiographed.
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Preventing unnecessary exposure to radiation, health workers and patients surrounding the
exposed area with radiation protection devices, such as lead shields, or limit the size of the xray beam.
Positioning radiographic equipment at the correct angle and height over the appropriate area
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of a patient's body.
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Following physicians' and radiologist orders precisely and conform to regulations concerning
the use of radiation to protect themselves, their patients, and their coworkers from
unnecessary exposure.
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Keeping patient records and adjusting and maintaining equipment used in the radiology
department
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Preparation of work-schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a radiology
department.
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Using radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government
regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
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Explaining procedures and observing patients to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
Demonstrating new equipment, procedures, and techniques to incentive staff, and providing
technical assistance.
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Collaborating with other radiology technicians in designing SOPs for the department
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Performing administrative duties such as developing departmental operating budget,
coordinating purchases of supplies and equipment and preparing work schedules.
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Performing and ensuring scheduled maintenance and minor emergency repairs on radiographic
equipment.
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Perform any other duties as may be required by the hospital/clinical services coordinator
General
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Participate in general staff meetings
Collaboration with staff from other agencies and MOH
Respect the security rules and IRK guidelines.
Carry out any other duties as deemed necessary by the Area Manager
Minimun Requirements
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Have a diploma in medical imaging from KMTC.
A higher diploma in ultrasound is an added advantage
Be registered by the radiation protection Board
Have a current valid private practice license
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Have an experience of not less than two years in a busy centre
Be able to do and report ultrasounds.
Knowledge of doing Barium meal, Barium Swallow and Barium follow will be an added
advantage
Please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications and experience. Your
application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and
daytime telephone contacts. The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate the position
title on the subject line. Send your applications to [email protected], by Friday 24th April,
2015.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.