Job Summary
Perform all routine and specialized
radiographic examinations, under minimal supervision, including but not limited
to scoliosis, scanogram, panoramic and cephalometric radiographic examinations,
by integrating scientific knowledge and technical skills with effective patient
interaction to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information.
Support the mission and vision of the American University of Beirut Medical
Center (AUBMC) and of the Diagnostic Radiology Department.
Essential Functions / Task Groups
Diagnostic Modalities & Radiation Protection:
- Receive patients, check their records and documentation and prepare them
physically and psychologically for the examination. Includes confirming
patient identification, verifying requested procedure, checking pregnancy when
appropriate, assessing factors that may contraindicate the procedure and
identifying artifact-producing objects.
- Provide accurate explanation and instruction to patient, including
providing appropriate information about the procedure to medical staff, nurses
and orderlies involved in the patient care, providing explanation and
instruction to the students.
- Perform routine and specialized radiographic examination, under minimal
supervision, including but not limited to scoliosis, scanogram, panoramic and
cephalometric radiographic examinations. Includes positioning the patient
accurately, selecting appropriate parameters for quality radiographs, choosing
appropriate accessory equipment, applying the ALARA principle for radiation
protection, recording the used technique and providing aftercare whenever
necessary.
- Archive procedure as hard/soft copy; provide images, data analysis and
patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation. Perform
the appropriate and designated quality control tests on imaging and accessory
equipment.
- Use protective practices to reduce radiation risks. Collimate to the area
of interest to minimize patient dose.
- Use protective devices/apparel to minimize patient dose.
- Evaluate the resultant procedure with senior radiographer / Attending.
Includes reviewing of procedure for completeness and accuracy, determining
whether the outcome is within the established criteria, reviewing images for
evaluation of possible additional views and assessing patient’s status prior
to discharge.
Equipment and supplies Management:
- Operate radiographic equipment using professional judgment to adapt
imaging procedures to improve diagnostic quality, consulting with appropriate
medical personnel when determining a modified action plan.
- Perform other related duties such as observing safety rules and
regulations. Keeping work area neat and tidy, reporting malfunctions to team
leader, etc.
Critical Competencies
Technical Expertise, Team Skills, Stress management, Safety and Health
Management, Resource Management, Quality Management, Professionalism,
Professional Development, Planning and Organizing, Patient Assessment,
Organizational Awareness, Initiative, Information and Records Administration,
Health education, prevention and promotion, English Comprehension, Computer
Skills, Communication Skills, Client Focus, Applied Technology, Achievement
Orientation.
Knowledge / Know-How
Knowledge:
Proficient
Knowledge in Radiography.
Knowledge in Quality Assurance.
Familiarity
with a wide variety of equipment and therapeutic techniques.
Education:
Minimum Education: Radiologic Technology
certificate or Bachelor's Degree in Radiography
Experience:
Minimum Experience: 1 year of experience as Junior Radiographer -
General Diagnosis.
Languages:
Minimum Languages:
Arabic and English (IET >/= 500).
Preferred Languages: French is an
asset.
Computer Skills:
Proficient in the use of
Microsoft applications as well as other needed software.
Impact of Actions / Decisions
Inadequate performance affects the well
being of the patient and the work flow of the department.
Job Structure
Work according to well defined procedures
and technical standards.
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibility
Reporting Channel:
1st Level: Radiology Operation Supervisor
2nd
Level: Clinical Department Administrator - Radiology
Dotted Line: Section
Director
Supervisory Channel:
None.
Job Characteristics
Physical Effort: |
Moderate Physical Effort |
Work Schedule: |
Shift Basis and/or On-Call |
Working Conditions: |
Exposed to patient
element |