Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Established in 1952, the Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu is part of the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS). It is a 61-bed acute care facility managed by qualified professionals who include experienced, full-time resident doctors and consultants. The hospital's objectives are to provide high quality, cost-effective health care to the population of Western Ke...

Responsibilities or duties

Reporting to the Radiology Manager, the successful candidate will ensure provision of effective, efficient, and quality imaging (Ultrasound and Xray) services in the hospital.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Higher National Diploma in Ultrasound from a recognized institution.

Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or bachelor’s degree in Radiography.

Registered and licensed by the Kenya Nuclear Radiological Authority.

Member of professional body preferably SORK.

Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping skills.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Experience needed

Two (2) years’ working experience in a similar position.

• Receive, process, undertake initial patient evaluation and provide diagnostic radiographs.
• Perform, provide findings on ultrasound and Doppler examinations by capturing images of diagnostic value.
• Ensure radiation safety measures and protection are observed to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety for patients, staff, and self.
• Ensure scheduled maintenance, and calibration of medical equipment are in place and followed.
• Ensure accurate documentation and care of patients’ records.

• Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Higher National Diploma in Ultrasound from a recognized institution.
• Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or bachelor’s degree in Radiography.
• Registered and licensed by the Kenya Nuclear Radiological Authority.
• Member of professional body preferably SORK.