Website Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ)
Radiographer Ref No. RG/GH/04/08/21
Reports to Study Coordinator. The incumbent conducts assigned study procedures and adheres to procedural and international guidelines for research conduct. S/he explains to participants the chest X-ray procedure and re-assure them of their safety. Performs chest X-ray procedure using a mobile X-ray machine and/or a stationary machine.
Main duties
- Ensures Radiation Protection and safety measures are adhered to
- Reads and interprets X-ray results
- Refers participants to the next station after Chest X-ray, depending on the results
- Reports timely, any malfunction of equipment to the Team Leader
- Ensures safety of all radiological equipment
- Ensures and verifies that all x-ray forms are completed accurately and documented by study staff
- Prepares timely and quality x-ray reports
- Follows and adheres to the guidelines of Good Clinical Practices
- Provides timely feedback (positive and negative) to study staff regarding x-ray forms completion and accuracy
- Collaborates with Data Coordinator/Technician and other staff to ensure timely completion and transmission of x-ray forms onto the online storage portal (cloud)
- Consults study clinician on difficult x-ray interpretation
- Communicates with fellow staff members openly and honestly about radiological related issues
- Reviews and contribute to the development of study materials and tools.
Qualifications
- Full Grade 12 Certificate
- Diploma in Radiography
- Fully registered with the Health Professions Council of Zambia
- Computer literate
Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply; however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please send application letter quoting Reference Number above, relevant academic and professional certificates, and detailed CV with day-time telephone number(s)
Jobs@cidrz.org , addressed to CIDRZ Human Resources Director P. O. Box 34681, LUSAKA
Hard copy applications will not be accepted
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