Xray Technician and Radiation Safety officer (RSO) – BUPA Clinic, Riyadh
Vision Horizons Medical (VHM) · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Tailor my CV for this job — freeXRAY :Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders.Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions, and able to provide informed consent prior to imaging. Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed.Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures.Ability to quickly adapt to and learn new equipment and technologies. Working closely with the Radiologist to determine whether further tests are required.Ensuring that the x-ray equipment is regularly serviced and in good working order.Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures.Presenting the images and your preliminary findings to the Physicians.Committed/devoted to scheduled duty hours. (8 consecutive hours.)Must maintain the integrity and privacy of all patient information and must not disclose any information to any party. Such an act will lead to a financial penalty as well as the termination of the contract.Adhere to Company’s policies, procedures, and objectives, ongoing quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.Efficient and accurate coordination with a multi-disciplinary team.Must report to the Radiology Administration immediately in case of any emergency, sickness, or absence.Adhering to the internationally recognized Joint Commission International (JCI) guidelines and CBAHI (local credentialing).RSO:Develop and implement radiation safety measures, plans and protection devices to comply with government regulations and ensure the safety of patients and personnel. Review proposals and protocols for projects/ activities involving the use of ionizing radiation. Collaborate with international regulatory agencies on matters pertaining to radiation protection standards, guidelines and projects. Periodically update the Radiation Safety Manual.Execute the policies and procedures established by the Radiation Safety Committee (RSC); report any radiation hazards or serious infractions of policies to RSC; maintain liaison with the Hospital Safety Committee.Monitor equipment by assessing and correcting the radiation level performance. Maintain records of radiological and environmental conditions. Ensure that all radiation activities are performed in compliance with applicable regulatory standards for protection against ionizing and MNGHA policies and procedures.Ensure that the basic principles of health and safety are adhered to comply with the relevant regulations and standards.Provide recommendations on matters pertaining to optimization of radiation protection standards and requirements; changes in radiation safety procedures potentially important to safety; waste disposal program of radioactive materials, its development and implementation; safe management of by-products; testing of workplaces for environmental hazards, etc.Perform periodic audits to determine if established programs are maintained and still adequate for current needs. Recommend corrective/ remedial actions on deviations from the approved radiation safety practice or policies embodied in the Radiation Safety Manual or those that may warrant the revocation, suspension or cancellation of the authorization. Maintain comprehensive documentation on the use and misuse of radionuclides, providing comprehensive investigation findings and recommendations.Develop and review radiological work documents and interpret radiological data. Undertake dose assessment of patients and monitor occupationally exposed personnel, when necessary.Develop, organize and execute training programs/ seminars to provide awareness and ensure compliance for all applicable regulations.Maintain all required records and documentation. Prepare and present reports and correspondence, as required.Perform other job related duties.Skills
- Area specific tools, system, equipment.
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Work-stream leads, subordinate.
- All involved internal and external disciplines (clinical and non-clinical), healthcare team, vendors.
- Expected to use critical-thinking skills to reach objective conclusions.
- Great deal of detail and accuracy.
- Dealing with healthcare team.
- Perpetual interactions with relevant stakeholders.
- Safety Practices related to PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
- Operating in safe manner to reduce risk of injuries.Education
- Bachelor Degree in related field – Preferred Radiation Safety Officer licensure or equivalent from the regulatory body within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – Essential Registration with Saudi Commission for Health Specialties – Essential .
- Work Experience Bachelor degree holder: Minimum of 2 (two) years’ postgraduate position-related practical experience in similar setting/comparable healthcare facility.Must to have
- Hold a valid license from the Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission (NRRC).
- Maintain a valid classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).