REPORTS TO:
Head of Adult Medical Services

Job Summary:
The position holder will lead and manage the Radiography Unit at Mildmay Hospital Uganda, ensuring the provision of high-quality radiological imaging services that are safe, efficient, and cost-effective, while upholding the highest standards of patient care and operational excellence.

Key Result Areas:

• Client Care and Radiological Diagnosis: provide high-quality radiological imaging services to support accurate diagnosis, ensuring patient safety through optimization and justification principles.
• Radiation Protection and Safety: Oversee radiation safety programs in compliance with the Atomic Energy Act, advising management and liaising with the Atomic Energy Council.
• Departmental and Team Activities: Foster teamwork within the unit in order to have well-coordinated, efficient and effective radiological services.
• Research and Quality Improvement: Actively participate in research and quality improvement initiatives, and lead projects that enhance diagnostic accuracy and service delivery.
• Financial Management: Participate in planning, budgeting, and ensure prudent utilization and accountability of resources allocated to the Unit.
• Upholding Mildmay Uganda Values: Adhere to Mildmay Uganda’s values, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to excellence in all aspects of work.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiography/Medical Imaging from a recognized institution, and registration with the Allied Health Professionals Council, with a valid Annual Practising Licence.
• Training in radiation safety.
• Minimum of 2 years’ practical experience in radiology/sonography, experience in darkroom management and computerized radiography, plus knowledge of; HIV/AIDS care issues, laws governing ionizing radiation, as well as proficiency in imaging equipment and related software.
• The successful candidate must have demonstrable Leadership and team management experience.

NOTE: Mildmay Uganda is a non- discriminatory employer and encourages all marginalized individuals who qualify for this position to apply.

Mildmay Uganda does not charge any fees for employment opportunities. No job Applicant should pay any money when seeking employment for a job at MIHS.

• Client Care and Radiological Diagnosis: provide high-quality radiological imaging services to support accurate diagnosis, ensuring patient safety through optimization and justification principles.
• Radiation Protection and Safety: Oversee radiation safety programs in compliance with the Atomic Energy Act, advising management and liaising with the Atomic Energy Council.
• Departmental and Team Activities: Foster teamwork within the unit in order to have well-coordinated, efficient and effective radiological services.
• Research and Quality Improvement: Actively participate in research and quality improvement initiatives, and lead projects that enhance diagnostic accuracy and service delivery.
• Financial Management: Participate in planning, budgeting, and ensure prudent utilization and accountability of resources allocated to the Unit.
• Upholding Mildmay Uganda Values: Adhere to Mildmay Uganda’s values, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to excellence in all aspects of work.

• Leadership and team management experience.
• Experience in darkroom management and computerized radiography.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS care issues.
• Knowledge of laws governing ionizing radiation.
• Proficiency in imaging equipment and related software.

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiography/Medical Imaging from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Allied Health Professionals Council, with a valid Annual Practising Licence.
• Training in radiation safety.