Job Summary

The Radiographer will do X-ray tests on people who are eligible in certain towns and hospitals within the Activity's geographical coverage areas The radiographer will work closely with clinical teams and community outreach workers to offer more radiography services

Duties, Roles, and Responsibilities

Services for X-ray Imaging

• Give the TB screening kit according to the most recent advice from the Ministry of Health
• Get those who are eligible ready for X-rays by explaining the process, placing them, and answering any questions they may have
• Perform X-ray procedures on eligible people, making sure that the X-ray images are of excellent quality and that the right exposure techniques are used to help with clinical diagnosis
• Talk to the healthcare staff, patients, and communities about the details of the AI platform

Working Together and Making Plans

• Work collaboratively with clinical, laboratory, and community teams to plan and provide high-quality radiography services to specific people and communities in a timely manner
• Work with clinical teams to make sure that radiographs are read quickly and that results are recorded correctly
• Support troubleshooting activities ahead of time to make sure that X-ray services are not interrupted as little as possible

Safety and Maintenance

• Make sure that all X-ray machines are in good working order, calibrated, and maintained
• Follow radiation safety rules to keep patients, workers, and yourself from getting too much radiation
• Follow tight infection control rules that are in line with TB preventive guidelines
• Make sure that the property that the Ministry of Health and the project have given you is safe at the station and in the field

Managing and Reporting Data

• Make sure LabXpert is used and feedback is given on time for things that don't work
• Help make sure that data from the mobile apps used for data collecting is sent to the main server on time
• In the project's data management system, make sure to appropriately record and save digital photographs
• Help gather and organize radiological data so that it may be reported to project management and other important people
• Do a good job of entering data on a number of technological platforms
• Give regular reports on how many X-rays were done, what diagnoses were made, and any problems with the equipment
• Work with the project MEL team to keep an eye on X-ray screening cascades in accordance with the most recent national criteria

Training and Building Skills

• As needed, give healthcare personnel on-the-job training on how to use digital and portable X-ray machines
• Help create and spread the word about the latest TB screening algorithms, methods, and procedures for employing radiography services in both outreach and facility-based settings
• Do basic quality checks on X-ray services

Getting Involved in the Community

• Help raise awareness in the community by telling patients and community members how X-ray services can help find TB
• Make sure that X-ray services work well with other community outreach programs, like TB screening, counseling, referrals, and follow-up

Qualifications, Education, and Skills

How to Apply

All applicants should use the APPLY Button below to send in their applications Click Here Please note that only candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted We will only look at one application from each person Due date: October 7, 2025

About the Company

The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is a top research, prevention, and treatment center for infectious diseases Its goal is to make healthcare systems stronger and improve lives in Uganda and worldwide IDI is known around the world for its cutting-edge research, clinical care, and capacity-building programs that have made a difference in the fight against HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and new infections.

 The institute promotes a collaborative and welcoming work environment, which draws in the best people in healthcare, research, and administration It also offers possibilities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and flexible work schedules IDI started as a part of Makerere University in 2002, but it has since grown into its own institution that is at the forefront of medical innovation, using technology and data-driven solutions to improve illness surveillance and response IDI helps millions of people through its large network of clinics, training programs, and public health programs .It works in Uganda and with other countries in Africa .

The institute is still dedicated to solving important health problems and making a lasting difference in the community, guided by the values of integrity, excellence, innovation, and service Its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities include improving local healthcare systems, increasing health education for the general public, and helping people who are at risk

 Go to www.idi-makerere.com for additional details