ARMED FORCES HOSPITALS PROGRAMME SOUTHERN REGION,
KHAMIS MUSHAYT
DIRECTORATE: Medical Administration
DEPARTMENT: Radiodiagnostic & Medical Imaging
Job Desc. No: SMS/RMI/J022
Date of Issue: 26/02/2012
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JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE:
RGN - Radiology
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
See Below
ACCOUNTABLE TO:
Director of Radiodiagnostic & Medical Imaging
JOB DESCRIPTION:
1.0. JOB SUMMARY :
Assists radiologists and radiographers in order to ensure safe and effective care for
patients undergoing radiological procedures in MRI, CT Scan, Fluoroscopy,
Ultrasound and Angiography.
This job description should be read in conjunction with NUR/PRAC/J004 –
Registered Nurse Job Description
2.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
2.1. Works in collaboration with radiologists, technicians, and nurses in other
departments, to provide the highest quality care during a radiological
procedure
2.2. Assists the radiologist and or other physicians during performing
specialized radiological procedures by catheter insertion, monitoring of
vital signs etc. as required.
2.3. Performs routine nursing duties according to approved Policies, Procedures
and Guidelines.
2.4. Ensures the safety of patients according to the Departmental Guidelines on
Health and Safety
2.5.Uses equipment and supplies in a cost-effective and responsible manner and
responsible for ordering supplies (stock and non-stock items) in the
department.
2.6. Participates in the care, custody and administration of medications in
accordance to hospital policy.
2.7. Ensures that Infection Control practices are adhered to in accordance with
approved Infection Control Policies.
2.8. Documents and reports all accidents or incidents such as allergic reactions to
contrast administered, to the Director of Radiodiagnostic and Medical
Imaging
ARMED FORCES HOSPITALS PROGRAMME SOUTHERN REGION,
KHAMIS MUSHAYT
DIRECTORATE: Medical Administration
DEPARTMENT: Radiodiagnostic & Medical Imaging
JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE:
RGN - Radiology
JOB DESCRIPTION:
(Cont’d.)
Job Desc. No: SMS/RMI/J022
Date of Issue: 26/02/2012
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2.9. Keeps detailed reports and records for monitoring and statistical purposes.
2.10. Participates in orientation, in-service education programs and any Quality
Management Programs of the department or hospital.
2.11. Participates in any emergency cases like Code Blue happening in the
department.
3.0. HOURS OF WORK:
The post-holder will work 48 hours per week. This is usually 7:30 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. from Saturdays to Wednesdays and 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Thursdays. They are
also committed to on-call duties, when required, not within the normal working hours.
4.0. REQUIREMENTS:
4.1.
Qualifications or Relevant Experience:
4.1.1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing or three (3) years Diploma Program
4.1.2. Valid License to practice professional nursing from country of
origin
4.1.3. Must have Saudi Council Registration
4.1.4. BCLS Certified
4.2 . Personal Qualities:
4.2.1. Must be able to work as part of a team both in the Radiology
Department and in the Hospital.
4.2.2. Good interpersonal skills
4.2.3. Possesses a professional, friendly and warm demeanor with
effective collaborative communication skills
4.3.4. Demonstrates high standards of clinical knowledge and practices in
Nursing and Radiology
4.2.5. Must maintain confidentiality of patient’s illness
ARMED FORCES HOSPITALS PROGRAMME SOUTHERN REGION,
KHAMIS MUSHAYT
DIRECTORATE: Medical Administration
DEPARTMENT: Radiodiagnostic & Medical Imaging
JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
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Date of Issue: 26/02/2012
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RGN - Radiology
( Cont’d.)
4.3. Experience:
4.3.1. The applicant should have at least 3 years post graduate in Nursing
4.3.2. The applicant should have a minimum of 1 year experience as
Radiology Nurse in a Tertiary Hospital/Diagnostic Center
5.0. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
As laid down by the Hospital Programme and subject for amendment.
Remuneration will be commensurate with the category indicated above.
N.B. This job description is not exhaustive, and is intended as general guide. It
exists in conjunction with a more detailed breakdown of day-to-day duties.
Approval
Prepared by:
Reviewed by:
Approved by:
Acknowledged
by Employee
Position
Director of RMI
Name
Dr. Ahmed Y.
El-Hadad
Human Resources Lt. Col. Thabit
Director
Al Shaia’anni
Programme
Brig. Gen. Dr.
Director
Hamoud Al Shahrani
RGN - Radiology
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