Overview
The incumbent will be responsible for processing screening X-ray of refugees and immigrants in the IOM Health Assessment Programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Take good quality chest X-ray images of migrants.
- Explain X-ray examination procedures to applicants.
- Prepare equipment and examination rooms.
- Apply proper radiographic techniques and radiation protection procedures.
- Perform proper processing of digital images.
- Report important/urgent information to Radiologists and/or Physician.
- Contribute to maintaining high-quality chest X-rays.
- Participate in ensuring radiation safety.
- Take part in quality assurance of CR/DR X-ray machines.
- Contribute in optimizing workflow in the Radiology Unit.
- Prepare daily worklists, barcodes, and upload digital images.
- Prepare statistical summary reports on operational activities.
- Communicate with Radiologist and/or Teleradiology Centers.
- Contribute in implementing infection control measures.
- Suggest additional measures to improve radiological procedures.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Required Experience
- Working experience in radiography, especially Chest X-Ray, knowledge on digital machine required;
- Up to date professional license/Board certificate as per the country’s requirement;
- Holding a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) certification is considered a strong advantage
- Knowledge and experience in radiology information systems and Picture archiving and communication systems an advantage;
- Experience in screening chest X-ray and Health Assessment Programs an advantage.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited academic institution in Radiologic Technology in countries where the scope of responsibilities are fulfilled according to national regulations.
- A valid license to practice Radiography
