Consultant Radiologist -SYD

Job Purpose / Objective Perform diagnostic procedures, interpret radiographs, ultrasound, and CT and MRI images and perform interventional procedures within limits of the assigned privileges. Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities • Support regular performance development reviews to identify individual training needs, set and monitor objectives in line with the needs of the individual and over all objectives. • Ensure that the department's quality management system is developed & maintained. • Ensure that appropriate risk management process and documents are in place in line with policies and procedures. • Implement the provision of radiation protection services by the department and ensure that appropriate levels of expertise and advice on safety are provided to users of radiations. • Implement the provision of equipment performance and quality assurance measurements on diagnostic equipment in line with current legislation and national guidance. • Provide and be responsible for providing advice and measurements to ensure that equipment is used optimally. • Provide advice on the procurement (specifications, choice and evaluation) of equipment which falls within the scope of the hospital. • Implement measurements and professional judgment on optimization of image quality and radiation dose, including the resolution of image quality problems. • Support and implement research activity and oversee such studies when requested by VPPA of the healthcare group. • Attend and represent the department in programs conducted by the Hospital. • Maintain good relationship with co-workers and patients, families & friends. • Give order for the specific preparation guidelines in special procedures of the patient. • Interprets radiological examinations, performs those requiring fluoroscopy, special procedures, angiography, invasive procedures, Ultrasound, CT scan, MRI scanning within the limits of assigned privileges. • As requested may need to travel to other sites for discussion of problem cases, and provide support for the clinical outside of the site when requested. • Participate in the quality improvement programs of the radiology services. • Support and supervise specialist radiologists in guidance & interpretation. Instruct and assist the technologist produce appropriate views and positioning of patient when unusual or difficult problem arises. • Conduct and participates in continuous education of technologist and medical education programs of physicians. • Ensure the practice adheres to relevant radiation safety legislation at practice site. • Support diagnostic research and technology innovation wherever applicable. • Support education & promote training opportunities among fellow radiologist, physicians from other specialties, nurses & other clinical staff. • Participate in, and lead person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG. • Provide orientation, training and supervision to undergraduate and postgraduate trainees (interns, residents and fellows) as assigned. • Participate in self-and others' education, training and development as applicable and department's educational activities and training programs of the department. • Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect and dignity. • Perform other related duties that are applicable to radiology department as requested by head of department of radiology. Education/ Professional Qualification • Graduate of Medical School, recognized by the Medical Council of the country of origin. • Completion of appropriate internship and residency programs • Post-graduate qualifications in the specialty. Experience • At least three (3) years of practice in his / her specialty after obtaining the higher degree in a Tertiary Care Hospital. • Subspecialty degree or structured subspecialty training preferred. Professional Licensing / Certification / Training • Membership, Fellowship and/or Board Certification in respective specialty. • Relevant licensure from the country of origin, acceptable to Saudi Commission for Health Specialty and Ministry of Health.