Radiographer Zambart

Zambart is a research-focused non-governmental organization that conducts research on HIV and Tuberculosis to help control and mitigate the impact of the dual epidemic. Zambart staff form an interdisciplinary team with a range of expertise including epidemiology, clinical science, social science, laboratory, operations research, health systems and services research, health policy analysis, health economics, health communication research compliance and counselling.

Study Summary: “Ubumi Bwandi” (My health, my choice): Integrated wellness screening and prevention in Zambia. The project is scheduled to run for 18 months from January 2023 to June 2024 and will be conducted in Chipukulusu-Mapalo community (intervention site) and Chifubu (as the control site), Ndola district. The Overall aim of the project is to improve the health of the community population by identifying individuals with undiagnosed TB, and other chronic conditions, as well as providing health information, multi-disease screening and preventive therapies. The implementation will be conducted at two levels, the primary health facility (Chipulukusu-Mapalo clinic) and a community hub which will be embedded within the community.

To support our wide range of research activities, there are exciting job opportunities for the following position:

Radiographer – (1 full time and 1 Part-time) 12 Months Contract

Position summary: Reporting to the Study Manager. The Radiographer will responsibility for ensuring that every community member who needs a chest x-ray gets one and they should produce quality CXR’s with the ability to interpret x-rays.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the site Team Leader.
• Prepare an SOP on CXR services screening procedure at the hub.
• Performs an equipment and accessories’ check every morning (using available check list).
• Explain to the participants the chest X-ray procedure and re-assure them of their safety.
• Perform the chest X-ray procedure as per standard guidance from radiation protection authority, using a mobile X-ray machine.
• Read the CAD4TB X-ray images and interpret to the participant.
• Ensure that maintenance checks on the x-ray machine are done as and when required.

Requirements

• Diploma in Radiology and minimum of two (2) years of work experience.
• Experience in operational research planning.
• Computer literacy and ability to use an electronic data capture device (tablet)
• Strong organizational and management skills. Self-motivation and attention to details.
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Knowledge of the main local languages in the area.
• Registered with HPCZ and have current practicing license.

Added advantages.

• Knowledge of the study community and an understanding of the dynamics.
• Previous research experience.
• Ability to work in a diverse team.