Aster Medcity is looking for Radiographer.Radiology & Imaging Sciences to join our dynamic team and embark on a rewarding career journey
- As a Radiographer in the field of Radiology Imaging Sciences, your primary responsibility is to perform various diagnostic imaging procedures using medical imaging equipment
- You will work closely with healthcare professionals and patients to obtain high-quality images that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Care and Communication: Interact with patients, explain procedures, and address their concerns to ensure their comfort and cooperation during the imaging process
- Obtain relevant medical history, assess patient condition, and ensure appropriate patient positioning for accurate imaging
- Diagnostic Imaging Procedures: Operate a variety of imaging equipment, such as X-ray machines, CT scanners, MRI scanners, ultrasound machines, or nuclear medicine cameras, depending on your area of specialization
- Follow established protocols to perform imaging examinations and capture high-quality images
- Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Set up and calibrate imaging equipment to ensure optimal image quality and patient safety
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues
- Report any malfunctions or equipment failures to appropriate personnel for timely repairs
- Radiation Safety and Protection: Adhere to radiation safety protocols and ensure proper use of radiation shielding devices for patients, yourself, and other personnel in the imaging area
- Follow ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff
- Image Quality Control: Evaluate acquired images to ensure they meet diagnostic quality standards
- Assess image quality, identify artifacts or technical errors, and repeat imaging procedures if necessary to obtain accurate diagnostic information
- Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and complete records of patient information, imaging procedures performed, and associated documentation in accordance with hospital or department policies
- Enter relevant data into the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) or Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
