Fulltime Faculty, Interventional Radiologist
Department
Radiology
Entity
Medical College
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Introduction
Established in 2004, the Aga Khan University Medical College in East Africa seeks to provide high quality education for health professional leaders who will then go on to become reputable specialists generating a positive and lasting impact in the lives of their patients and in the communities they serve. Our goal is to produce health professional leaders through our unique training programmes, building strong research programmes, supporting best practice in the delivery of health services, and contributing to the broader community through strategic partnerships regionally and globally.
The Department of Radiology is committed to providing outstanding patient-centered care by combining excellence in clinical imaging, research, and educational programmes with state-of-the-art technology.
Job Summary
The Aga Khan University, Department of Radiology is seeking a Radiologist to acquire and interprete various types of medical images including Radiographs, CT, MRI and Ultrasound images to diagnose medical conditions.
Responsibilities
• Preparation of the patient pre and post procedure to ensure suitability of the procedure and sedation process.
• Communicate accurate diagnosis to the physician and/or patients upon examining the internal functions of the organ systems and recommend the suitable radiology procedure.
• Ensure compliance with medical procedures and policies by performing procedures using internationally recognized techniques and maintaining the required level of sterility.
• Communicate the procedure outcomes to the referring team and to the patient
• Proactively monitor compliance with all applicable radiation safety rules and regulations.
• Coordinate the administrative day-to-day administration of the department to ensure proper provision of quality radiology services.
• Ensure availability of adequate materials for the smooth running of the department.
• Teach and supervise all the procedures performed by the radiology residents.
Requirements
• MMed Radiology or equivalent.
• Fellowship in Interventional Radiology.
• Certification and registration from the relevant Medical Practitioners and Dentists regulating body.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Adequate experience in IR procedures during residency program based on the curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
To Apply
Application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates and names of three referees, should be sent to the Manager, Human Resources, Aga Khan University via the email: hr.universityke@aku.edu Please quote the position title on the email subject.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
Applications should be submitted latest by February 9, 2025
