Radiographer, General Radiology

Radiographer, General Radiology

Department: Radiology

Entity: Aga Khan University Hospital

Location: Karachi, Pakistan

Introduction:

The Aga Khan University Hospital is a not-for-profit healthcare institute that offers all medical services to their patients under one roof. In addition to the tertiary care hospital in Karachi, AKUH has a network of 4 secondary care hospitals, 30+ Medical Centres, and over 300+ Clinical Laboratories, 50+ Pharmacies in over 120+ cities across Pakistan. It also offers Home Healthcare Services and home deliveries of medicines. The Hospital provides Zakat for those patients who are eligible, and the health systems offers generous Patient Welfare to support those in financial need. In recognition of its high quality and patient safety, the AKUH is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) as an Academic Medical Centre and its Clinical Laboratories are accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) for fast and accurate testing.

The Department of Radiology offers a comprehensive range of highly sophisticated imaging tests and procedures that are conducted in a welcoming environment that focuses on quality and patient comfort. The diagnostic services are supported by advanced, state-of-the-art technologies like 3T MRI, 640 slice CT, Mammography, Bone density, Nuclear Imaging, Interventional services, general x-rays, etc. The department is dedicated to patient services and imaging excellence through highest professional and technological standards. The department maintains state-of-the-art technology imaging services to provide our physicians and patients with the most accurate, timely and informative results.

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

Responsibilities:

You will be responsible to:

- Radiographic Techniques proficiency including positioning, exposure settings, and image processing, to produce high-quality diagnostic images across different modalities such as X-ray, MRI, CT, PET, Nuclear Medicine, IR procedures, Ultrasound, and Fluoroscopy. - Ability to analysed radiographic images for quality and accuracy. - Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology to identify abnormalities. - Position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with patient needs and clinical history. Good working knowledge of diagnostic radiology and imaging. - Competent in the utilization of complex and specialized imaging equipment requiring in-depth anatomical, pathological, and technical knowledge. - Ensure the safe handling/transferring of patients and equipment. - Good working knowledge of diagnostic radiology and imaging. - Required to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties as required in a healthcare setting. - Ensure that all departmental and hospital policies, protocols, and procedures are adhered to. - Actively participate in the departmental quality initiatives and efforts. - Good verbal and written communication skills in Urdu and English - Good Interpersonal skills. - Demonstrate, maintain, and update skills and knowledge of evolving practice. - Good communication skills in English & Urdu (both written and verbal)

Requirements:

You should have:

- B.Sc. (bachelor’s degree in Radiology preferred) - Minimum of One-year Certified Radiography course from a recognized institute. - 2-3 years related work experience having performed all routine standard procedures, oral contrast procedures and IVU examinations. Fresh candidates having 1–2-year traineeship may be considered based on their technical knowledge. - Good interpersonal skills

To Apply:

- You should send your detailed CV by email to [email removed] and mention the position applied for in the subject line. - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted