Senior / Radiographer (MRI)

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

To perform all general and specialized radiographicexaminations, including ultrasound and other imaging modalities as an AlliedHealth Professional at intermediate level. Demonstrates critical understandingwith greater depth and breadth of knowledge in specific areas of clinicalpractice, possessing higher degree of autonomy to deal with complex problemsand unpredictable environments. Supervisory duties of a section or specialmodalities with due regard to patient care, clinical responsibility, radiationprotection and effective use of technology.

DEPARTMENT FUNCTION(S)

1. Major Duties and Responsibilities

(A) SPECIFIC (80%)

1. Maintain consistent standards of care (including clinical and service) for complex cases and manage workload effectively.
2. Provide radiology services as requested by referring clinicians according to statutory regulations and acceptable clinical standards.
3. Ensure compliance to Radiation safety regulations.
4. Ensure maintenance/improvement of safe and effective care and clinical competency outcomes.
5. Responsible for quality control programs and maintenance of imaging equipment and accessories in the section.
6. Coach/Supervise/Train new and existing staff and/or students as clinical educator or mentor.

1. Assist in the training and continual education of the staff in the section.
2. Participate actively in team/department clinical practice improvement or quality improvement activities/projects.
3. Translate research to practice and may contribute towards research design or implementation.
4. Use literature to modify/develop evidence-based practice guidelines and demonstrate ability to critically evaluate research and application to practice.
5. Coordinate with staff from other sections or departments to ensure continuity of patient care.
6. Review standard operating protocols (SOPs) and standard work instructions (SWIs) when necessary. Cognizant of relevant SOPs and SWIs in the assigned clinical areas.

1. Handle complaints from patients and other departments, providing expertise in complaint resolution and collaborate on department action plans.
2. Ensure proper records keeping and management.
3. Responsible for the inventory of stocks and materials in the assigned clinical area.
4. Manages the section in the absence of the section in charge.

(B) GENERAL (20%)

1. Conduct health profession education/training to intra/inter-department colleagues and speak (by invitation/nomination) at local conferences/seminars/scientific meetings.
2. Plan and organize education activities (i.e. department Continuous professional education - CPE events) at intra-department level.
3. Present research at local conferences and assist in design and implementation of research projects.
4. Co-lead inter-professional/inter-department workgroups to deliver/improve/transform service and care to meet current and emerging needs.
5. Manage and analyze information and data (i.e. service data, performance indicators, audit) to identify potential areas of change/service review for setting department's direction/work plans with guidance.
6. Act on higher positions when necessary.
7. Any other duties assigned by the reporting officer, Department Manager or Head of Department.
8. Foster continuous improvements as our way of life by encouraging staff efforts at improving processes to achieve clinical quality and operational excellence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

(A) EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

1. Recognized Diploma or Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
2. Minimum 3-4 years of relevant experience as Radiographer (AH12 and below) in diagnostic radiology departments in general hospital setting.
3. Competent in diagnostic radiography and conversant in radiographic processing, quality control of image and trouble-shooting of imaging equipment.
4. Trained in an advanced modalities and additional qualifications in management will be an advantage.

(B) PROFESSIONAL LICENCE

1) Registration with Allied Health Professions Council(AHPC)

• Valid practicing certificate

2) Radiation Protection Act compliance

• Radiation Worker License

ABNORMAL PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITION

1. Radiation hazards and physical lifting of patient.