Diagnostic Radiographer
- Receive and review referrals from medical practitioners and confirm patient identity.
- Perform general radiography and CT examinations, assisting radiologists with procedures.
- Maintain patient records and comply with safety and regulatory requirements.
About the job
• Receiving and reviewing referrals from Medical Practitioners, confirming patient identity and relevant clinical information, and clarifying examination requirements with the referring practitioner or Radiologist where necessary.
• Performing general radiography and computed tomography (CT) examinations and assisting Radiologists with interventional imaging procedures within professional scope and competence.
• Selecting appropriate imaging equipment, examination protocols and technical settings to obtain the diagnostic information requested by Medical Practitioners.
• Calculating and adjusting exposure factors, scan parameters and exposure duration to produce diagnostic-quality images while minimising radiation exposure.
• Explaining procedures to patients, answering their questions and providing appropriate preparation and aftercare instructions.
• Positioning patients and imaging equipment accurately, adapting techniques to accommodate patients’ clinical condition, mobility and comfort.
• Monitoring patient welfare throughout procedures, maintaining privacy and dignity, and responding promptly to adverse events in accordance with clinic protocols.
• Reviewing images for technical quality, anatomical coverage and diagnostic adequacy, and selecting and processing images for review by Radiologists and other Medical Practitioners.
• Communicating relevant procedural observations and urgent concerns promptly to Radiologists or treating practitioners within professional scope.
• Maintaining accurate patient records, examination details, imaging data and radiation exposure documentation.
• Performing routine equipment checks, reporting faults and contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement of imaging protocols.
• Complying with radiation protection, infection prevention, workplace safety, patient confidentiality and applicable professional and regulatory requirements.
Skills and experience required
• A bachelor’s degree in medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiography or Medical Radiation Science, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Current registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia through Ahpra as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
• An appropriate Western Australian radiation licence, or eligibility to obtain the required licence before commencing radiation work.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in diagnostic radiography, including general X-ray and CT, preferably within a hospital or private medical imaging clinic.
• Sound knowledge of imaging protocols, radiation safety, image quality assessment and quality assurance procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support patients and work effectively with the clinical team.
• A strong commitment to patient care, confidentiality and professional practice.
• Ability to work independently within professional scope and collaboratively in a team, while adapting to changing clinical priorities.
How to apply
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