About Dallah Healthcare and the Role

Dallah Healthcare is seeking a Radiology Technology Specialist to join its team. This is a full-time position for professionals with 2-5 years of experience in the field. The specialist will be responsible for providing high-standard care to patients by performing radiological procedures at a technical level, operating with independence and without direct supervision.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

The Radiology Technology Specialist applies independent judgment and initiative to obtain prescribed radiological studies. This role requires a commitment to patient safety, quality imaging, and adherence to professional standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Performing radiological procedures at a technical level without supervision.
• Using independent judgment and initiative to obtain radiological studies for prescribed examinations.
• Assuming responsibility for designated areas or procedures as scheduled by supervisory staff.
• Selecting and operating appropriate equipment for each examination.
• Positioning patients accurately according to requested examinations.
• Selecting appropriate technical factors for each patient to ensure optimal imaging.
• Producing images of acceptable film quality.
• Ensuring compliance with all radiation protection and safety regulations through suitable working practices.
• Maintaining a correct attitude of professional conduct and conforming to all ethical relationships.
• Ensuring examination rooms are clean and prepared at all times.
• Reporting all equipment malfunctions to the Chief Technician or designee.
• Assisting in the emergency treatment of patients.
• Observing all infection control standards, particularly concerning sterile procedures.
• Administering oral, rectal, and parenteral contrast media, including intravenous contrast media, under the direction and supervision of the radiologist.
• Implementing and coordinating policies and procedures to achieve hospital goals and objectives in pursuit of Standards of Care and Quality/Performance Improvement.
• Participating in patient and family education to enhance understanding and participation in care decisions.
• Performing any other duties within the range of professional knowledge and skills as directed by the Chief Radiology Technician and/or Head of Radiology.

Required Experience

Candidates for this position should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in radiology technology. This experience should demonstrate the ability to perform radiological procedures independently and effectively manage the responsibilities outlined above.

Professional Conduct and Patient Care

The specialist is expected to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and ethical relationships. A core aspect of this role involves active participation in patient and family education, ensuring that patients and their families are well-informed and engaged in their care decisions. Adherence to all infection control standards, especially during sterile procedures, is mandatory to ensure a safe environment for all.

Operational Excellence and Safety

This role demands a proactive approach to operational excellence, including the meticulous selection and operation of equipment, precise patient positioning, and accurate technical factor selection for each examination. A strong commitment to radiation protection and safety regulations is essential, alongside prompt reporting of any equipment malfunctions to maintain continuous, high-quality service.