2 Job Positions at PIH – Partners In Health: (Deadline Ongoing)

Senior Imaging Technologist at PIH – Partners In Health: (Deadline Ongoing)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:		Senior Imaging Technologist	Department:	Clinical
Term of Contract:	A Fixed Term Contract		Location:	Burera District; Butaro Level 2 Teaching Hospital (BL2TH)
Reports to:		District Programs Director	Positions reporting to:	N/A

Job Purpose In 2005, PIH and its Rwandan sister organization, Inshuti Mu Buzima (IMB), began working in partnership with the government of Rwanda to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic afflicting the population and to comprehensively strengthen the public health system in rural, underserved districts in Rwanda. Today, PIH supports delivery of comprehensive integrated non-communicable disease (NCD) services in three rural districts of Rwanda, including cancer care. Cancer care is predominantly based at the flagship Butaro Cancer Center of Excellence (BCCOE), which was inaugurated in June 2012 and has since provided care to over 9000 patients, with services ranging from cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Summary role: Perform medical imaging technics for diagnostic purposes. Follow established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
	Key Responsibilities:
	Responsibilities and Duties Assess patients clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques Perform a range of medical imaging examinations on patients to produce high quality images Observe and maintain care contact for patients during their waiting time, examination and post examination stay in the department to ensure their safety and comfort Support conduct of complex radiological exams under radiologist and senior staff supervision Provide support and reassurance to patients, preparing patient for exam by explaining procedure, taking into account their physical and psychological needs Recording imaging identification and patient clinical data accurately and completely Ensure compliance with Guidelines / radiological practices and patient confidentiality Have knowledge and comply with health and safety issues at work and welfare issues, including ionizing radiation regulations, to protect yourself and others Ensure that equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and any faults are reported Supervise and supporting in training students rotating in the Department. Participate in quality assurance / accreditation process of the Hospital Attend and actively participate in clinical departmental meetings Perform other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: At least an Advanced Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences Having a diploma and working specialization in medical imaging techniques and equipment With at least 3 years of experience as a medical imaging technologist 3-5 years’ experience in imaging services from a reputable health/radiology center At least 2 years’ experience with CT Scan and mammography machines is desirable. Experience using Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) Show expert skills, knowledge, experience and passion for medical imaging techniques Be motivated in medical imaging related patient management and care Have compassion for vulnerable population, advocacy for their well-being and medical needs Be comfortable working in resource limited settings Persuaded and practicing the principles of equity Highly organized and able to manage a heavy patient load Strong management, communication, mentoring, teaching and leadership skills. Ability to work well with diverse team Ability to work and live in rural settings. Ability to live PIH/IMB values: Ubumuntu-Compassion, Ubupfura-Integrity, Ubunyangamugayo-Honesty, Ubwubahane-Mutual respect, Ubumwe-Solidarity, Agaciro-Dignity, Kugira ishyaka-Determination At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Radiologist at PIH – Partners In Health: (Deadline Ongoing)

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Radiologist

Department:

Clinical

Location:

Burera District:

Butaro Level 2 Teaching Hospital (BL2TH)

Reports to:

District Programs Director

Contract Type

A Fixed-Term Contract

Positions reporting to:

Senior Imaging Technologist

Job Purpose
	Job Purpose: In 2005, PIH and its Rwandan sister organization, Inshuti Mu Buzima (IMB), began working in partnership with the government of Rwanda to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic afflicting the population and to comprehensively strengthen the public health system in rural, underserved districts in Rwanda. Today, PIH supports delivery of comprehensive integrated non-communicable disease (NCD) services in three rural districts of Rwanda, including cancer care. Cancer care is predominantly based at the flagship Butaro Cancer Center of Excellence (BCCOE), which was inaugurated in June 2012 and has since provided care to over 9000 patients, with services ranging from cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Summary role: The resident Radiologist is responsible for managing all medical imaging services at BL2TH. This position serves as the lead radiologist responsible of providing medical imaging expertise and overall leadership of the department, ensure all the units under the radiology department including CT scan unit are able to provide the highest quality services, managing and addressing workflow within the department in order to expedite patient care in the most efficient manner.
	Key Responsibilities: · Evaluating patients’ medical histories to ensure the various medical imaging procedures will not harm them · Informing patients about the medical imaging process · Show expertise and experience in use of devices like computer tomography (CT) scanners, mammography, X-rays and ultrasound machines · Perform and/or direct radiology staff to perform image-guided diagnostic procedures · Suggesting alternative medical imaging techniques, when necessary · Working with radiology technicians to perfect image quality and interpretation · Lead the results Interpretation from imaging procedures to determine diagnoses · Communicating and discussing results and diagnoses with physicians · Compiling written reports of results and diagnoses · Be compliant with medical protocols of the hospital (e.g. resuscitation, infection, emergencies etc) · Verifies and ensures incoming orders for accuracy to include reasons for procedure, signs and symptoms and appropriate diagnosis codes. · Manage all radiology service and equipment planning, delivery and maintenance · Oversee verification of supporting documents for insurance bill regarding unit consumption · Supervise students in internship placed in clinic unit.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: At least a bachelor’s degree in radiology; Doctor of Medicine (MD); With a medical imaging practice license; 3 – 5 years working experience; Proficiency in general radiology techniques (X-ray, CT scanners, ultrasound etc) Certification by any relevant Rwandan/International body. Working knowledge of Electronic medical record (EMR), PACS, Word and Excel Ability to work and live in rural settings. Ability to live PIH/IMB values: Ubumuntu Compassion, Ubupfura Integrity, Ubunyangamugayo Honesty, Ubwubahane Mutual respect, Ubumwe Solidarity, Agaciro Dignity, Kugira ishyaka Determination. At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that beneficiaries of our work including our patients, families and community members as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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