Diagnostic Radiographer at Sweden Ghana Medical Centre (SGMC)

Sweden Ghana Medical Centre is the leading and first private cancer care center of excellence in West Africa. SGMC covers the full range of cancer specialties including our new Petscan/Cyclotron Project; our highly skilled team uses state-of-the art equipment and European-standard treatment techniques to provide high quality radiation treatment. In addition, the Centre uses modern virtual simulation and CT-based 3D treatment planning capabilities aimed at precisely targeting radiation delivery to tumors, while protecting normal tissues. Our cancer treatment plans and modern radiotherapy techniques give all our patients their best chance to fight cancer, to survive cancer and to improve their quality of life.

Team collaboration is our strength. We work together well because we have family values, and we act with kindness and compassion. Together we share the responsibility for SGMC’s future and for advancing oncology treatment by being a role model forcancer care in Africa. We uphold the highest standards of ethical and professional behavior. In everything we do, we always strive to take away the burden of cancer.



Job Title: DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHER

Reports To: Medical Director/Head of Clinic

Department: Oncology

Contract Type: Permanent (Full Time)

Hours: Mondays-Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm (Occasional Weekend/emergency hours may be required)



Job Function and Related Performance Criteria



• SGMC has a bold vision: we are pacesetters in the field on oncology, and our skilled employees are motivated to deliver the best patient outcomes for our clients. We want to contribute to cancer treatment and research as we strive to give our patients the most effective therapies. Ultimately, we want to build a healthy company with a business model that works in Africa, and with best practices that help us grow our prominent role in private oncology treatment in West Africa.As a Diagnostic Radiographer, you will be an integral part of this vision.



Duties and Responsibilities:



• You will be expected to achieve a high standard of performance as a Diagnostic Radiographer, while you deliver on the following broad job requirements. Moreover, you will be required to work in accordance with the codes and relevant guidelines of your professional licensing body.The successful candidate would report to theClinical Practices Manager.



Duties include:



• Operating the diagnostic imaging equipment at SGMC including the CT and MRI.

• Ensuring an efficient patient flow through the diagnostic imaging procedures at SGMC as part of an interdisciplinary team

• Mastering protocols and procedures necessary for imaging studies and performing prescribed imaging studies according to such protocols

• Implementing routines to ensure correct management of patients; being responsible for booking procedures

• Working closely withthe Radiologist and clinical team in assessing clinical findings of performed studies, and if needed recommending further investigations

• Handling of images from CT/MRI to the Radiologist to enable safe and efficient image reporting

• Ensuring satisfactory service of image reporting to patients

• Continually assisting in quality assurance procedures for the CT and MRI regarding image, quality and other dosimetry parameters



Qualification Required & Experience



• Experience: Ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience.

• The Diagnostic Radiographer must have knowledge of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)scanner, the use of Computed Tomography (CT) Scanner preferably SIEMENS and be good with cannulation.

• Education: Degree, Diagnostic Radiography of an approved University.

• License/Certification: Certified Diagnostic Radiographer by the Ghana Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC) or temporary certification for recent graduates, as well as a member of the Ghana society of Radiographers (GSR).

• Candidate must be ready to learn and familiarize themselves with working in a multidisciplinary environment

• Ability to work in a team



Renumeration:



• Above-market average, dependent on experience



Location: Accra