Radiology Specialist

About the Role

National Medical Care is seeking a Radiology Specialist to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves performing a variety of radiology procedures for both in-patients and out-patients, requiring a strong understanding of equipment operation, body density, and anatomical terminology. The specialist will apply prescribed ionizing and non-ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis, demonstrating ingenuity and initiative in their work.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a superior quality of medical treatment, compassion, and understanding for all patients.
• Set up and operate immobile and mobile radiologic equipment.
• Position patients appropriately to avoid injury aggravation and organ distortion in films.
• Check diagnostic quality and proper positioning of images.
• Center the machine at correct angles and height over the area to be X-rayed.
• Measure the density of the area to be X-rayed and compute exposure time for optimal radiograph detail, density, contrast, and freedom from distortion.
• Assist Radiologists during procedures and examinations.
• Measure and mix solutions such as Barium and kaolin.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly.
• Instruct students in radiologic methods and techniques as assigned.
• Educate patients and families according to their needs, involving them in the plan of care and respecting their goals and choices.
• Provide health promotion and teaching appropriate to the patient’s developmental level, learning needs, readiness, language, culture, and situation.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient education, ensuring appropriate documentation.
• Perform other applicable tasks and duties within the scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Qualifications and Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in operating immobile and mobile radiologic equipment.
• Knowledge of body density and anatomical terminology.
• Ability to apply prescribed ionizing and non-ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
• Strong understanding of established department procedures and Physician instructions.

Reporting and Collaboration

The Radiology Specialist will report directly to the Radiology Manager and Department Head. This role involves close collaboration with hospital medical and nursing staff, as well as staff from supporting professional services. The position does not involve supervisory responsibilities.