Xray Technician and Radiation Safety officer (RSO) BUPA Clinic

About the Opportunity

Vision Horizons Medical (VHM) is seeking an X-ray Technician and Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) for a full-time position at the BUPA Clinic in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This dual role requires a professional with 0-1 years of experience, responsible for both performing X-ray procedures and ensuring comprehensive radiation safety protocols are maintained.

X-ray Technician Responsibilities

• Verify patient identity and review physician orders before X-ray procedures.
• Operate X-ray equipment to capture radiographic images of bones, tissues, and organs as per written orders.
• Explain procedures to patients, answer questions, and obtain informed consent prior to imaging.
• Position patients, including lifting and moving those with limited mobility.
• Minimize patient radiation exposure by applying lead shields as needed.
• Ensure image quality to prevent repeat procedures.
• Adapt quickly to and learn new equipment and technologies.
• Collaborate with the Radiologist to determine if further tests are required.
• Ensure X-ray equipment is regularly serviced and in good working order, promptly reporting any damage or malfunction to management.
• Maintain accurate records of completed X-ray procedures.
• Present images and preliminary findings to physicians.
• Adhere to scheduled 8-hour duty shifts.
• Maintain the integrity and privacy of all patient information, ensuring no disclosure to unauthorized parties.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, objectives, quality improvement goals, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Coordinate efficiently and accurately with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Report any emergency, sickness, or absence immediately to Radiology Administration.
• Adhere to Joint Commission International (JCI) guidelines and CBAHI (local credentialing) standards.

Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Responsibilities

• Develop and implement radiation safety measures, plans, and protection devices to comply with government regulations and ensure patient and personnel safety.
• Review proposals and protocols for projects involving ionizing radiation.
• Collaborate with international regulatory agencies on radiation protection standards and guidelines.
• Periodically update the Radiation Safety Manual.
• Execute policies and procedures established by the Radiation Safety Committee (RSC), reporting any radiation hazards or serious policy infractions to the RSC, and maintaining liaison with the Hospital Safety Committee.
• Monitor equipment by assessing and correcting radiation level performance.
• Maintain records of radiological and environmental conditions.
• Ensure all radiation activities comply with applicable regulatory standards for protection against ionizing radiation and MNGHA policies.
• Provide recommendations on optimizing radiation protection standards, changes in safety procedures, waste disposal programs for radioactive materials, and environmental hazard testing.
• Perform periodic audits to ensure established programs are maintained and adequate, recommending corrective actions for deviations from approved practices.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation on radionuclide use and misuse, including investigation findings and recommendations.
• Develop and review radiological work documents and interpret radiological data.
• Undertake dose assessment of patients and monitor occupationally exposed personnel when necessary.
• Develop, organize, and execute training programs to ensure awareness and compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Maintain all required records and documentation, preparing and presenting reports as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience and Work Type

This full-time position requires 0-1 years of relevant experience. The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Application Information

Salary details for this position are not disclosed. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.