Radiographer - MRI

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City

Responsible to independently or under the supervision of senior radiographers perform all MRI procedures, analyze output and report to supervisor as needed.

Performing all MR imagery procedures in accordance with department policies, procedures and protocols. Applying detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology in order to produce images of high diagnostic quality

Performing other related radiography (special) procedures as required

Evaluating and assessing MR images produced for acceptable quality, appropriateness and completeness, and advising other staff when required. Forwards images to

Conducting all preparations, cannulations, administrations of IV contrast agents under the supervision of supervisor or physician

Recognizing anatomy and pathology in cross sectional imaging to optimize scan protocols, and liaise with radiologists to arrange further imaging or tests

Responsible for the safe and competent use of all radiology equipment, patient appliances and aids used in the department. Reporting any incidents and equipment faults or deterioration to senior staff in a timely manner.

Operating advanced software on specialist radiological equipment e.g. Bolus tracking, image reconstructions, quantifications and dynamic imaging

Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment. Including restocking of supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning

Providing advice to medical/technical staff on appropriate techniques and imagery interventions

Dealing with patients and clinical staff initial enquiries and to relay to clinical staff where necessary

Performing other duties as assigned by (supervisor) senior radiographer

Promoting and maintaining quality in all services and ensure continuous quality improvement measures are in place. Conduct method evaluation/development as per standard policies and procedures

Complying with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicable

Complying with applicable precautions for environmental safety, infection control, using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross infection (In conjunction with relevant departments)

Maintaining the strictest confidence in relation to patient information whether formally or informally recorded

Practicing within the expressed limits of established policies and procedures

Ensuring that SOP (standard operation procedures) and Quality Assurance tests are maintained within all sections

Being responsible for documenting all intervention in appropriate format

Comply and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on these as agreed

Communicating in a professional and courteous manner with patients, family and other medical personnel as necessary to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, clarify orders and communicate status

Education Participating in education sessions for department staff, doctors, nurses and radiography interns in the safe and secure handling of equipment, i.e. teaching, induction, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations

Participating in department programs/committees, various hospital committees, and staff meetings (if requested)

Participating in the orientation and training of new employees and radiography interns

Ensuring appropriate internal and external sharing of information based on governing policies and procedures

Maintaining professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or on-line education units

Completing and maintaining all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames