Medical Imaging Practitioner

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position: Medical Imaging Practitioner 1 (HPC/MIP1)

Under the direction of the Manager Medical Imaging Services, The Medical Imaging Practitioner 1 will be responsible on a daily basis for:

1. Performing activities associated with delivery of diagnostic radiography services.
2. Maintaining acceptable standards of radiation practice, radiation protection and patient care.
3. Controlling patient load and flow for the unit to which he/she is assigned.

Qualifications

• First degree in Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performing general x-ray and other imaging procedures according to acceptable International standards, as directed by protocol and as per medical requisition.
• Performing emergency radiography outside of normal working hours.
• Performing bedside and operative radiography, in consult with senior radiographer, using prescribed protocols.
• Managing imaging examinations in accordance with approved patient care procedures. 
• Manipulating imaging equipment using electrical factors in accordance with radiation safety regulations.
• Assisting in monitoring darkroom end product to assure compliance with standard protocol. 
• Maintaining assigned work area in an attractive and sanitary manner.
• Maintaining good interpersonal relations with staff, patients and other members of the health team. 
• Performing any other duties within the span of control of the post and as determined by the exigencies of the service.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to maintain professional standards and satisfactory working relationships. 
• Good oral communication skills. 
• Good interpersonal skills. 
• Time management skills.

Note

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact

Director, Human Resource & Industrial Relations

Southern Regional Health Authority

3 Brumalia Road

Mandeville

Manchester

Fax: 1(876) 962-8233

Email:  jobs@srha.gov.jm

Base Salary: Undisclosed