Job Summary
Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings.
Offer specialist expertise and guidance to other doctors and staff from a range of medical specialties.
Examine patient anatomy, pathology, clinical history and previous imaging and select appropriate radiology techniques for patient diagnosis.
Undertake minimally invasive techniques to guide and direct a variety of interventional treatments throughout the body.
Evaluate medical information to determine patients’ risk factors, such as allergies to contrast agents, or to make decisions regarding the appropriateness of procedures.
Provide counseling to radiologic patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments.
Administer or maintain conscious sedation during and after procedures.
Instruct radiologic staff in desired techniques, positions, or projections.
Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all interventional procedures performed.
Develop procedures to ensure adequate quality control of images.
Participate in continuing education activities to maintain and develop expertise.
Provide advice on types or quantities of radiology equipment needed to maintain facilities.
Participate in research projects involving radiology.
Continuously participate in quality and patient safety journey.
Required qualifications, attributes and experience
Master’s in Radiology training at a reputable institution to an MMed level or equivalent.
Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
Certification in Basic life support (BLS).
Minimum of 1-year experience of independent professional practice.
Strong written communication skills for accurate report writing.
Excellent verbal communication skills to engage with patients and to collaborate with and advise colleagues and other clinicians
Proficiency with computer skills and software programs used for documentation activities and report generation.
An analytical mind, an eye for detail and good observational skills.
A high level of emotional intelligence to manage the emotional and distressing situations.
Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure
Method of Application
Candidates are invited to upload their Resume and Covering Letter to recruitment.msa@akhskenya.org
Please indicate the position you are interested in on the subject line
Deadline of submitting applications is on 15th January 2020