Radiographer
Closing Date: 15-March-2024
Vacancy#:473
Number of Positions:2
Background
FMIC, a 176-bed tertiary care hospital in Kabul, stands as an innovative public-private partnership between the Governments of Afghanistan and France, La Chaine de l'Espoir, and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). Managed by Aga Khan University on behalf of AKDN, FMIC delivers exemplary healthcare services across 34 provinces, offering in-patient and outpatient care to adults and children, diagnostic services, post-graduate medical education, and extensive training programs for healthcare professionals. FMIC's commitment to excellence is exemplified by the Gold Award bestowed by the International Hospital Federation (IHF) in 2021, recognizing its pioneering use of technology in Afghan healthcare. As a trailblazer, FMIC secured the title of the first ISO-certified hospital in Afghanistan in 2009, marking a pivotal moment in its relentless pursuit of quality standards.In a significant milestone, November 2022 witnessed FMIC achieving SafeCare's Level 5 Standards accreditation with an impressive 99% compliance rate. This accreditation underscores FMIC's unwavering dedication to providing top-notch healthcare services. The 46th IHF International Award in 2023 further affirms FMIC's position as a leader in healthcare excellence. The prestigious recognition includes honorable mentions in two distinguished categories — the Dr. Kwang Tae Kim Grand Hospital Award and the Seddiqi Holding Excellence Award for Corporate Social Responsibility. FMIC's journey is not just a story of accolades; it is a narrative of transformative healthcare, where each milestone represents a commitment to raising the bar and ensuring that Afghan communities receive world-class medical services.
Job summary
To obtain radiography films of various positions of the patient as requested by referring physicians, ensuring safety procedures for themselves, patients, and equipment, and performing related duties as advised by the supervisor.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate would be able to:
a. Regular Responsibilities
- Taking x-ray images of the patients and developing the films to reveal their skeletal or bone structures for diagnosis
- Conserving compliance with the regulatory bodies' protocols and ensuring the safety of patients and employees by using protective instruments and exercising safety measures
- Controlling the x-ray video display and making sure that the picture quality is up to the mark by making appropriate contrast and density adjustments
- Stabilizing the patients and ensuring preparedness by educating them about the entire procedure, appropriately positioning them on the examining table, and covering them with protective clothing
- Representing the latest techniques, equipment, and procedures to educate the staff about them
- Sometimes, assisting the surgeons to conduct special vascular and angiography procedures
- Evaluating the dimension of the area to be radiographed
- Making copies of the x-rays and keeping a precise record of the patients who have undergone the imaging procedure
- Maintain equipment by cleaning and making minor adjustments and report to management in case of any fault or breakdown.
- Any other related task assigned by management.
b. Periodic Responsibilities
- Change the radiation dose monitoring device on monthly basis or as advised by radiation protection committee.
Qualification and Requirements
A diploma in the Radiologic Technology Course from a recognized institute (3 years).
Work experience
- 1-2 years of related experience is preferred.
Knowledge and Competencies.
- Possession of excellent communication and interpersonal skills on all fronts
- Must display a high level of flexibility in the process of carrying out assigned duties. This may entail filling in for other colleagues in the face of tight schedules
- Must be willing and able to work in different shift.
- Must be able to analyze complex situations within a limited time-frame
- Must be able to multi-task.
- Must have an in-depth knowledge of human anatomy
- Must have a clear understanding of how to handle and operate medical imaging equipment
- Knowledge of judging film quality, patient positioning, film developing, supplies handling and general record keeping
- Good working knowledge of technical X-Ray and operation of the related equipment's.
Submission guideline
Interested applicants should send their resume to the Human Resources Department, French Medical Institute for Children, Ali Abad, and Behind Kabul University or email hr@fmic.org.af .
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged. CVs are required to be covered with application letter also . Please mention the vacancy number as well as the position title on subject line.
