About the Role
The Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital is seeking dedicated Radiographers (Grade 1 to 3) to join its team in Rondebosch, Cape Town. This role is crucial in providing exceptional radiographic services to paediatric patients, ensuring that high-quality diagnostic images are produced for effective healthcare delivery. As a member of this esteemed institution, you will play a significant part in enhancing the health and well-being of children in your community, making a profound impact on their lives and the families that depend on them.
In this dynamic environment, you will engage in various imaging techniques, including CT Scan imaging, Digital Radiography, and Fluoroscopy. Your contributions will not only support medical professionals in diagnosing conditions but also ensure optimal patient care throughout the process. By joining the team at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, you will become part of a legacy that prioritizes child health and welfare in South Africa.
About the Department
The Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital is a premier institution dedicated to providing specialized healthcare services to children across the Western Cape and beyond. With a commitment to excellence in paediatric care, the hospital embodies a mission to improve health outcomes through innovative treatments and comprehensive support services. Working here means being part of a team that is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young patients and their families.
The hospital not only focuses on clinical excellence but also emphasizes the importance of education and training for its staff. This dedication to professional development ensures that all team members are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills to provide the best possible care in the ever-evolving field of paediatric health.
What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive radiographic services for paediatric patients.
- Produce high-quality diagnostic images using various imaging modalities.
- Perform CT scans, Digital Radiography, and Fluoroscopy procedures.
- Participate in daily quality checks and optimal care of imaging equipment.
- Engage in departmental training programs and contribute to staff development.
- Offer relief duties in the absence of colleagues and support supervisors as needed.
What You’ll Need
- Appropriate qualification for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography.
- HPCSA registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
- Relevant experience requirements based on grade level (Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years; Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years).
- Knowledge of radiation protection, quality assurance, and medical imaging workflows.
- Good computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Minimum Educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography.Registration with a professional council: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of RSA qualified employees.
1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees.
A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees.
A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Inherent requirements of the job: Render 40 - hours per week which includes after-hour services on weekends and night duty rotations as determined by the department.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Adhere to all departmental requirements and protocols.
Knowledge of radiation protection, quality assurance and equipment safety.
Provide paediatric radiography service independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of Digital Radiography imaging modalities and medical imaging workflow.
Good computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Good interpersonal skills and perform effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Comply with National Core Standards requirements.
Good time management.
Knowledge of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems and Radiology Information Systems.
Job Duties
Provide a radiographic service for paediatric patients and produce diagnostic images of high quality.Provide optimal patient care.
Perform Imaging of paediatric patients in specialized areas.
Perform CT Scan imaging, Digital Radiography, Fluoroscopy, Theatre, DR Mobiles, Panorex Imaging and Lodox.
Optimal use and care of equipment and daily quality checks.
Participate in personal, departmental and hospital in-service and training programs.
Provide relief duty in absence of the colleagues and provide support to supervisor.
