Radiologist
30000589
To interpret and perform diagnostic and therapeutic imaging procedures within the Scope of Radiology Services Division.
Radiology services are provided in Dhahran Health Center, Ras Tanura, Abqaiq, Al-Hasa, Udhailiyah, and Tanajib. On site, radiologist coverage is provided in Al-Hasa, and Dhahran. The total examinations performed annually approximate 155,000. The service includes: plain films, fluoroscopy, GI studies, angiography, invasive procedures, CT, ultrasound, MRI, and nuclear medicine. Administrative support is provided by the Chief Radiologist. Professional supervision and monitoring is performed through a structured Quality Improvement Program, encompassing peer review and conferences.
Principal contacts are within JHAH including: referring physicians, radiology staff, other hospital staff and direct patient contact during the performance of imaging examinations. Daily contacts are made as consultations to ensure a high standard of medical care and to fulfill the Mission of JHAH.
- Serves as a diagnostic radiological consultant to Saudi Aramco physicians. When specifically requested through appropriate channels may consult with non-JHAH physicians.
- Interprets all types of general radiological examinations. Interprets and performs those requiring fluoroscopy, special procedures, angiography, ultrasound, radioisotopes, CT, and MRI scanning within the limits of his/her training, experience, and clinical privileges, and with the approval of the Chief of Radiology.
- Participates in physician conferences and rounds.
- As requested may need to travel to Abqaiq, Ras Tanura, Al-Hasa and 'Udhailiyah for discussion of problem cases, clinical rounds or lectures. Will liaise and provide support for the clinics outside of the DHC when requested.
- Works with other physicians on special projects and research programs as suggested or approved by the Chief Radiologist.
- Responsible to work with tehnologists and when appropriate to instruct the technologists in specialized views and positioning of patients when unusual or difficult problems arise.
- Participates in the Quality Improvement Program of the Service to meet JCAHO and ACR standards.
- Participates in the teaching of technologists and medical education of physicians and those in training.
- Performs other miscellaneous related duties as requested by the Chief Radiologist.
Specialized training or 4 years’ experience as a practicing radiologist.
- Good command of oral and written English.
- Must have the ability to adjust to group practice in an industrial environment involving an understanding of corporate organization, personnel administration.
- Must be able to work with a positive attitude with colleagues of varying training background.
- Capable of seeking solutions.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of medical ethics.