Radiographer

Job Title :Radiographer

Reporting To : Technical Officer

Location. : Bulawayo

Type Of Contract. : Fixed Term Contract(9 months)

About Ophid

The Organization for Public Health Interventions and Development (OPHID) PVO 31/16 develops and implements innovative approaches and strategies to strengthen HIV Care and Treatment services in Zimbabwe, by providing enhanced access for communities to comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment. OPHID, works with the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) in implementing these interventions. OPHID is looking for suitably qualified and motivated individuals to fill the following post:

Position Summary

The Radiographer will be supported by OPHID and seconded to radiology unit at MOHCC OI/ART departments and/or central hospitals. The Radiographer will be assigned to work at the heath facility under the guidance and technical supervision of the Bulawayo City Health Services Assistant Director. Works within the guidance and confines of Public Health Officer, in accordance with Zimbabwe’s radiographers code of conduct and Allied Health Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe (AHPCZ).

Key Responsibilities

To perform examinations resulting in images of diagnostic value using different imaging modalities which include; X-Rays, Ultrasound Scans; Ward Radiography and Mammography. Effective, patient examinations and management, and efficient use of resources; Monitors emergency drug levels and replenishes as and when necessary; Performs any other duty within the purview of this post as assigned by Public Health Officer/ designate from time-to-time; Periodic inspection of OPHID’s assets and properties and ensuring that they are tagged for safeguarding the assets and maintenance of the assets. Controls and conducts periodic stock taking; Attends to machines minor repairs and reports major faults for expert attention; Reports: support the production of all X-ray department reports as required by OPHID, Public health officer and the Radiology unit on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.

Person Specification

Diploma/Degree in Radiography or equivalent qualification; At least 2 years working experience in a similar position; Registered with Allied Health Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe (AHPCZ); Proficiency in MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project Planning, Outlook), and online collaboration technologies; Experience working within the guidance and confines of Public Health Officer, in accordance with Zimbabwe’s radiographers code of conduct;