IOM National Radiology Officer Jobs in Kenya
IOM National Radiology Officer Jobs in Kenya
ContextUnder the direct supervision of National Radiology Officer and overall supervision of the
Regional Quality Management & Compliance Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing support and contributing to the different Tele radiology services and reporting on chest radiographs of Migrants and refugees from IOM MHD field operations and non-IOM panel sites from different parts of the world under the different health assessment
Core Functions / Responsibilities
Primary CXR reading and monitoring of radiologist work
Review and correctly interpret the digital screening chest X-rays (CXRs) using the tele- radiology systems.
Identify radiological signs of TB and other incidental findings in accordance with the technical guidelines of the resettlement countries.
Compare the current with previous CXR findings and document the change, for cases with
follow-up radiographs.
Assess quality of chest radiographs to meet optimal diagnostic criteria and the required
standards.
Request for repeat CXR when the CXR is suboptimal and for additional view when needed. Recommend for further imaging by documenting in the system when needed.
Submit the CXR reports to eMedical websites for Canada and Australia cases.
Use UKTB Global website for reporting cases under UKTB programme.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and External candidates
are eligible to apply to this vacancy.
In coordination with the Nairobi Radiology Coordinator, get second opinion for clarifying suspicious CXR findings, for addressing any service process concerns in the unit and any related issues.
Ensure that the radiological reporting process is fraud less.
Participate in internal and external image quality and CXR reports quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) measures.
Provide second opinion confirmatory for CXR reading requests coming from different IOM field operations globally when needed.
Participate in the process of the IOM global Teleradiology QC control CXR reading and analysis.
In coordination with the National Radiology Coordinator and consultant Radiologists on call, prepare the weekly IOM Teleradiology Radiologists duty schedule according to the caseload and the timing of the image transfer from local missions.
Assist in the preparation of radiological presentations and quarterly/yearly reports,
and Other MHD publications and reports produced by the Center.
Assist in reviewing the monthly report of Tele radiology primary reading and quality control analysis stat reports prior to submission to the country operations and resettlements countries and cooperate in CXR related statistical works.
Participate in regular Radiologist staff training, image viewing sessions and internal
Feedback to consultant Radiologists to maintain the quality of the Tele radiology service and staff capacity building.
In coordination with the Nairobi and Global Radiology Coordinator, assist in developing radiology guidelines or standard operating procedures (SOP) and training materials.
Arrange and make sure back up Radiologist is available for the service when going
on leave.
If needed, assist in establishing and training backup local radiologists.
Perform other related tasks as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Bachelors’ degree in Medicine, Bachelor’s degree in Surgery with four years of relevant
professional experience; Master’s degree in Diagnostic Radiology from a recognised
university/institution;
Specialist Recognition Certificate from the Kenya Medical and Dentists Board;
Two years experience as a Radiologist Post Specialist Recognition.
Experience
Experience in Radiology;
Thorough knowledge of the natural history, radiological and clinical presentation of
tuberculosis;
Experience in staff administration, data analysis and management;
Experience in interpretation of screening CXR and CXR reporting for different resettlement countries an advantage;
Experience in quality radiology assurance services and in writing guidelines and
Training materials an advantage;
Effectively applies knowledge of health issues in execution of responsibilities at
appropriate level;
Maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work.
Languages
Through knowledge of English and Kiswahili.
Required Values
Shows respect and sensitivity towards gender, culture, ethnicity, religion, sexual
orientation, political conviction and other differences.
Encourages the inclusion of all team members and stakeholders while demonstrating
the ability to work constructively with people with different backgrounds and
orientations.
Promotes the benefits of diversity; values diverse points of view and demonstrate
this
in daily work and decision making.
Challenges prejudice, biases and intolerance in the workplace.
Upholds and promotes the Standards of Conduct and Unified Staff Regulations and
Rules.
Delivers on commitments; manages the organization’s resources reliably and
sustainably.
Embraces and encourages transparency, balancing this with the need for discretion
and confidentiality as appropriate.
Maintains impartiality and takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical
behaviour.
Does not abuse one’s position and acts without consideration of personal gain. Is
motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.
Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter and willingness
to improve knowledge and skills.
Seeks to raise professional standards in self and others through daily work and
activities.
Adapts quickly to change and is decisive and versatile in face of uncertainty.
Shows self-control and persistence when faced with difficult problems, and remains
calm in stressful situations.
Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and
achieving results.
Required Competencies
Fosters a sense of team spirit by developing a shared understanding,
accountability and enthusiasm for the team’s work.
Displays a high level of cultural awareness, sensitivity to different ways of working
and leverages individual strengths in order to build a better team.
Shares credit for team accomplishments and ensures that the contribution of
others is recognized.
Helps create a positive team spirit, putting aside personal considerations to help
the team achieve its goals.
Produces high-quality results and workable solutions that meet clients’ needs.
Anticipates constraints, identifies solutions and takes responsibility for addressing
critical situations.
Monitors own and others’ work in a systematic and effective way, ensuring required
resources and outputs.
Aligns projects with Organization’s mission and objectives and demonstrates a good understanding of the impact of team’s and own work on external and internal counterparts.
Disseminates and shares knowledge openly and actively contributes to knowledge/network communities for topics relevant to area of expertise.
Encourages knowledge sharing across units/departments and ensures that knowledge as captured, recorded and disseminated appropriately.
Builds networks for the effective communication and exchange of knowledge and
ideas and puts others into contact with various sources of knowledge.
Contributes to an environment that is conducive to innovation and learning.
Proactively seeks responsibility in delivering towards the goals of the organization.
Plans and organizes work with a clear and deliberate focus, ensuring commitments
are easily identified and progress is widely communicated.
Stands by the actions of team or department, publicly accepting ownership.
Takes responsibility of own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively.
Seeks to share information with others, with due respect for diversity and confidentiality of specific sensitive information.
Listens and seeks to understand without bias and responds appropriately.
Shares information and keeps others up to date; actively seeks others’ views and
ideas and respects their contribution.
Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by sending a Motivation Letter and the updated CV to the email address KCOrecruitmentMHD@iom.int referring to this
advertisement.
Closing Date: 16th October 2019
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Note
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) does not charge a fee at any stage
of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, process or training).
IOM does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank details.
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