Senior Radiologic Technologist at International Organization for Migration (IOM)

VN No : IOMKCO/VN/027/2023

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the radiologic services in the Unit, and as needed, carry-out good quality chest X-ray images of migrants as requested by the panel Physicians and/or Radiologist in accordance with IOM and international radiographic standards and resettlement countries technical instructions. Take the appropriate additional chest Xray views using the standard procedures when it is requested. 
• Plan and schedule the daily work in the Radiology Unit and assign duties to staff. 
• Supervise the staff and the overall activity in the Radiology Unit to ensure proper application of the radiographic techniques and radiation protection procedures, fast and smooth X-ray processing, optimized workflow, and timely delivery of quality chest X-ray images and reports. 
• Ensure proper and respectful handling of applicants at the X-ray reception, counsellingof applicants about the X-ray examination procedures, preparation of the equipment’s and examination rooms, proper identification checking, correct biodata entry to CR/DR IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Both Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. machines and standard labelling of the radiographic images and avoiding substitutions. 
• Review the accuracy and quality of X-rays with proper processing of digital images on CR/DR X-ray machine, correcting technical quality of the images, and taking repeat when the image quality is not acceptable. Report important/urgent information to the Radiologists and/or Physicians as needed.
• Ensure consistently high quality CXRs through regular quality assurance and quality control, adherence to technical requirements of resettlement countries and radiographic techniques, checking and improvement of existing standard operating procedures, and close supervision and training of staff. And assign or take the role of quality assurance focal person for the X-ray Unit, as needed. 
• Implement, monitor and maintain the radiologic safety measures in the Radiology Unit in compliance with the standard radiation protection rules and regulations, including regular use of lead shield to the applicants, use personal radiation measuring device to all staff and the regular reading, and proper protection of the X-ray room and keep all the records and assign radiation protection focal person for the Radiology Unit as needed by ensuring the safety of applicants, staff and the public. 
• Maintain regular contact with the respective government authorities in the country for radiation safety compliance and getting license to operate X-ray Unit as needed. Schedule with IOM Units and the technical service providers outside of IOM regarding maintenance and repair of the equipment. Coordinate with Procurement Unit and Teleradiology Center for the purchase of equipment as needed. 
• Communicate with the Radiologist or Teleradiology Centers for the reading of the chest X-rays and assign the radiology focal person for coordinating the chest X-ray reading workflow as needed. 
• Ensure regular and timely quality assurance of the CR/DR X-ray machines, proper handling of machines and lead shields, and equipment performance assessment and reports. 
• Ensure timely completion of the Radiology Units administrative duties, such as preparation of daily working lists, barcodes, checking refugees’ identity, counsellingof refugees, burning CXR images on CDs, uploading digital CXR images to E-Medical website, statistical reports and analysis of operational activities, and proper record keeping and when needed, directly perform the activities
• Directly report to the Chief Radiologist or the Chief Medical Officer regarding issues with staff and radiology work related matters. 
• Implement infection control measures and ensure a tidy and neat work environment in the Radiology Unit.
• Suggest and implement additional technical measures, recommend new equipment, equipment modification, and crucial construction to improve the quality, speed or safety of the radiological procedures in the unit. 
• Coordinate the purchase of supplies and equipment, make recommendations concerning the unit’s operating budget, implement proper record keeping of consumables and maintenances services.
• Demonstrate new techniques, equipment and procedures to staff and provide technical guidance and training to new staff.
• Perform such other activities as requested by the supervisors. 

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited academic institution. 
• In addition, preferably, a Master’s degree or higher from an accredited academic institution
• A valid license to practice Radiography, if applicable.

Experience 

• Four years for Bachelor or Master degree holder with thorough knowledge and experience in radiology department processes especially chest X-Ray and digital radiography.
• Knowledge and experience of radiographic techniques.
• Knowledge and experience in management of radiography unit, radiation safety, and radiographic quality management.
• Experience in screening chest X-ray and Health Assessment Programs an advantage. 
• Knowledge and experience in radiology information systems and picture archiving and communication systems an advantage.

Language

• Fluency in English and Kiswahili is required.

Skills

• Leadership skills (desirable);
• Organizational skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Communication skills;
• Good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Excel is essential.

Closing Date: 7 th July 2023