The overall purpose of this job is to review, interpret and report on radiological images in order provide accurate diagnosis on patients’ examinations in line with established protocols and the Hospital’s protocols.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate patients’ medical histories to identify potential risks from imaging procedures; recommend alternative techniques where appropriate.
• Explain imaging processes to patients and address relevant requirements.
• Perform and interpret x-ray, ultrasound, mammogram, CT and MRI examinations, providing technical guidance for diagnosis and treatment.
• Guide radiology staff in image-guided diagnostic procedures per established protocols.
• Interpret diagnostic imaging results to determine accurate diagnoses.
• Discuss findings and diagnoses with referring physicians.
• Compile diagnostic reports on test results.
• Respond to emergency situations (e.g., resuscitations, bleeding, infections) in line with medical protocols.
• Participate in radiology-related research and departmental protocol development/review.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in Radiology from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree (MBChB) from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council and hold a valid practicing licence.
• Minimum of 3 years practicing experience in Radiology.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Ability to review and interpret radiographic images
• Imaging skills including x-ray, mammography, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, MRI and CT scan
• Ability to develop and ensure implementation of radiology protocols
• Knowledge of radiation safety standards
• Knowledge of quality management systems related to radiology
• Availability and reliability when on call.
• Drive and openness to learning
• Time management skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Basic counselling skills
• Effective decision making and judgement skills
• Research skills
• Analytical skills
• Patient care skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer service skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Ability to mentor
• Communication skills including facilitation and presentation skills

• Evaluate patients’ medical histories to identify potential risks from imaging procedures; recommend alternative techniques where appropriate.
• Explain imaging processes to patients and address relevant requirements.
• Perform and interpret x-ray, ultrasound, mammogram, CT and MRI examinations, providing technical guidance for diagnosis and treatment.
• Guide radiology staff in image-guided diagnostic procedures per established protocols.
• Interpret diagnostic imaging results to determine accurate diagnoses.
• Discuss findings and diagnoses with referring physicians.
• Compile diagnostic reports on test results.
• Respond to emergency situations (e.g., resuscitations, bleeding, infections) in line with medical protocols.
• Participate in radiology-related research and departmental protocol development/review.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Ability to review and interpret radiographic images
• Imaging skills including x-ray, mammography, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, MRI and CT scan
• Ability to develop and ensure implementation of radiology protocols
• Knowledge of radiation safety standards
• Knowledge of quality management systems related to radiology
• Availability and reliability when on call.
• Drive and openness to learning
• Time management skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Basic counselling skills
• Effective decision making and judgement skills
• Research skills
• Analytical skills
• Patient care skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer service skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Ability to mentor
• Communication skills including facilitation and presentation skills

• Master’s degree in Radiology from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree (MBChB) from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council and hold a valid practicing licence.