4 X Ray Technologist jobs in Qatar

Company Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Radiologic Technologist, based in Doha, Qatar.

Role Description

The Radiologic Technologist will be responsible for performing diagnostic imaging examinations using radiologic technology. Daily tasks include preparing patients for procedures, operating radiologic equipment, ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed, and collaborating with medical professionals to interpret imaging results.

Qualifications

• Radiologic Technology and Radiation Safety skills
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Knowledge of Medicine and Radiology
• Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field
• Must have Qatar medical license

Company Description
International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include "hands on" direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips:

Job Description
The Diagnostic Radiology Technologist (DRT) is responsible for conducting radiographic procedures that aid in the understanding and diagnosis of various medical conditions. Collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team, the DRT plays a crucial role in diagnosing, treating, and providing compassionate support for patient care. We value cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in our workplace, recognizing the diverse backgrounds of our patients and team members. The DRT is expected to approach each patient encounter with respect and empathy, ensuring that care is delivered in a culturally competent manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide radiology services in support of the EHSC to facilitate diagnosis, treatment, and, when necessary, referral outside of CARE Doha. Radiology services shall include a broad range of plain film x-rays and diagnostic ultrasound, including, but not limited to, FAST, RUQ, OB/GYN, testicular, and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) evaluations.
• Conduct X-ray readings overreads may be conducted on-site or through teleradiology, with overread turnaround time commensurate with the clinical condition of the patient.
• Ensure that all radiology services are performed in accordance with established protocols, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Develop, recommend, and implement policies and procedure manuals related to delivery of safe, efficient, quality imaging services aligned with organizational philosophies, objectives, mission, accreditation and contract compliance.
• Represents imaging department for long range planning, monitors, audits.
• Evaluates the quality of services provided.
• Ensures consistent applications of policies and standards.
• Defines position competencies for the imaging modalities and staff training.
• Ensures effective utilization of staff and departmental resources.
• Ensures staff participation in all fire safety, infection control and other mandatory training.
• Ensures open lines of communication are maintained with the interdisciplinary team.
• Advises management on problems related to collaborative service efforts and provide appropriate plan for resolution.
• Actively attends and participates on essential committees of the medical department.
• Participates and promotes continuous quality improvement and management programs.
• Assesses and communicates departmental need for equipment and supplies; oversees equipment acquisition and maintenance requirements.

Operational responsibilities:

• Assess patient and uses proper patient positioning to obtain optimal images.
• Evaluates previous studies for comparison.
• Performs technical phases of radiographic procedures within the radiology department
• Manages and performs abdomen, OB/GYN, small parts, and vascular ultrasound procedures.
• Documents findings in a technologist report.
• Performs procedures while taking precautions against unsafe exposure to patient, self or others.
• Develops digital images, creates, updates and maintains patient data files and ensures transmission of images to consultant radiologists.
• Manages diagnostic evaluation reports.
• Provides written and verbal reports to physicians recognizing cases requiring immediate attention.
• Interfaces with consultant radiologists and functions as a representative for managing the operational and fiduciary compliance to sub-contract.
• Interfaces with clinic staff, technical support for regular software upgrades, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Responsible for imaging patient records, creates and maintains files and preforms audits.
• Prepares and submits monthly and weekly reports in accordance with schedules and deadlines.
• Participate in mass-casualty drills twice a year and remain available for on-call coverage.
• Complete required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.

Job Skills & Knowledge Requirements:

• Capable of functioning independently and proven ability in exercising independent judgment.
• Requires administration/management experience including planning and development.
• Other skills include consultation skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, public speaking skills, proficiency with computer system.
• Must be familiar with all standard radiographic procedures including portable and operating room.
• Possesses technical ability to obtain optimal images.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.
Qualifications
Experience Required:

• Minimum 5 years recent imaging practical experience.
• Maintain continuing education activities.
• Experience with digital acquisition and transmission of images is desired.
• Obtain provided Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Education Required:

• Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or home country equivalent.
• Experience as a sonographer is highly desirable.

Other Special Qualifications:

• On call requirements as part of a rotation if required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate.
• This position is unaccompanied.
• Ability to obtain a base security clearance.
• Must be able to relocate to Doha, Qatar.
• A valid passport is required for Country of Record and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay.

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.
Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.
International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.

Overview
University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) was officially established by the Emiri Decision No13 of 2022, and it is the first national university specializing in academic applied, technical, and professional education in the State of Qatar. UDST has over 70 bachelor's and master's degree programs, diplomas, and certificates. The university houses 5 colleges: The College of Business, the College of Computing and Information Technology, the College of Engineering and Technology, the College of Health Sciences, and the College of General Education, in addition to specialized training centers for individuals and companies. UDST is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Its world-renowned faculty and researchers work on developing the students' skills and help raise well-equipped graduates who proudly serve different sectors of the economy and contribute to achieving human, social, and economic development goals nationally and internationally.

With more than 700 staff and over 8,000 students, UDST is the destination of choice for applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences that incorporate innovative learning technologies. Our aim is to enhance students' skills and help develop talented graduates who can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar's National Vision 2030 a reality.

Our eligible employees enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, in accordance with applicable UDST policies. These benefits include:

• Generous academic annual leave
• Tax free salary
• Fully furnished upmarket accommodation (inclusive of utilities: water & electricity)
• Annual flights for spouse and 3 children (up to 18 years old)
• Children's education allowance
• Relocation/Shipping allowance
• Professional development opportunities
• International health insurance
• In-house immigration services (to help you through the residency process)
• Full access to our recreational facilities
• Research and professional development support.

The College of Health Sciences invites applications for faculty positions in the Department of Medical Radiography at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, specializing in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Physics, Diagnostic Medical Radiation Physics, or Diagnostic Radiological Physics.

How To Apply
Applicants must meet all essential qualifications in order to be shortlisted for the position; other qualifications may be a deciding factor in selection. Qualifications and experience will be assessed through your application, which may include but not be limited to curricula vitae, cover letters, references, teaching dossiers and sample publications. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how s/he meets each requirement. Failing to do so could result in the application being rejected. We thank all applicants for applying for the role; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Department Head, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, delivery and evaluation of a broad range of courses in Medical Radiography within the College of Health Sciences. S/he will evaluate student progress and manage the resources of the learning environment. The successful candidate will liaise with industry and other educational institutions; participate in industry advisory committees and coordinate, manage and control projects within the specified program area. Faculty members will keep course portfolio documents required for accreditation processes and engage in instructional development/improvement plans. All employees are expected to contribute to professional and community life within the University and beyond.

Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements
Faculty members will be placed in the appropriate rank based on their education and experience. The broad criteria are noted below.

Education

• The successful candidate must have the following degrees:
• A PhD or Doctorate in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Physics or Diagnostic Medical Radiation Physics or Diagnostic Radiological Physics (Full Time, On Campus Learning) from a reputable, accredited university, recognized by the UDST.
• An MSc in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Physics or Diagnostic Medical Radiation Physics or Diagnostic Radiological Physics (Full Time, On Campus Learning) with a strong academic record (minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or equivalent) from a reputable, accredited university, recognized by the UDST.
• A BSc in Medical Imaging or Medical Physics or Radiation Physics or Physics (Full Time, On Campus Learning) with a strong academic record (minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or equivalent) from a reputable, accredited university, recognized by the UDST.
• Academic and/or practical experience in Nuclear Medicine imaging is preferred.
• Certification or eligibility for certification by a recognized professional body is preferred.

Experience

• Demonstrated record of academic experience with a minimum of three (5) years full-time equivalent post-doctoral experience in teaching Diagnostic Medical Physics at Universities.
• Demonstrated record of practice experience in the field diagnostic medical imaging physics.
• Demonstrated competence with curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated use of diverse and current teaching approaches in the classroom and for practice experiences including the laboratory, simulation, and practicums.
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of educational technology and platforms.
• Demonstrated academic and information literacy skills.
• Preference given to candidates with demonstrated contribution to curriculum development and to teaching and learning.

Scholarship and Research

• Demonstrated record of relevant research experience (good h -index, publications, funded projects, collaborations ).
• Demonstrated accomplishment in advancement or contributions to health-related knowledge through applied research and publication and knowledge dissemination.

Other Required Skills

• Commitment to applied and experiential learning as a pedagogy and a key feature of UDST's mandate.
• Ability to design, develop, deliver, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in program outcomes.
• Digital literacy and demonstrated fluency in technology systems, and an ability to model and facilitate use of current and emerging digital tools to support research and learning.
• Demonstrated ability to develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable students to be active participants in their own learning.
• Commitment to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession through self-driven continuous professional development and life-long learning.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and collegial spirit and a demonstrated ability to establish rapport with learners, colleagues, sponsor-employers, and members of the community.
• Experience in leadership and innovation in technology-based projects.