Medical Technologist (Radiology)

Contract

This is a No grade contract. More about No grade contracts.

Objective of the programme

The Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh (GoB) has received a Credit from the International Development Association (IDA) towards the cost of Health and Gender Support Project (HGSP). Subsequently, an agreement established and signed between WHO and Ministry of Health (MoHFW), GoB. The overall objective of the WHO’s operational activities under the HGSP is to manage the HGSP’s investments on building capacity with respect to: (i) the management of Non-Communicable Disease (NCDs) from community up to district levels at all levels of care; (ii) diagnostic capacity on tuberculosis (TB); (iii) management of environmental risk factors (including health care waste) at and beyond the health facilities; (iv) strengthen laboratory facilities and safe blood transfusions; (v) preparedness and response to health emergencies from community to district levels; and (vi) strengthened coordination among different stakeholders.

Description of duties:

Under the direct supervision of the WHO Technical Officer (TO) and the overall guidance of the Head of Sub-office, the signatory will perform the following job responsibilities:

1. Operation and maintenance of X-ray machine including other laboratory equipment.
2. Maintain essential safety precautions during X-ray procedures.
3. Record results (register, request form) and report as and when required.
4. Analyze the X-ray results from the register monthly and quarterly and display the results including positivity rate.
5. Coordinate with relevant authorities to plan and assist the implementation of required activities for TB diagnosis.
6. Submit monthly report and a final draft report to TO.
7. Perform any other related duties deemed necessary and assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Essential:

• Diploma in Medical Technology (Radiology) from any recognized university / institution.

Desirable:

• BSc in Medical Technology (Radiology) from any recognized university / institution
• Training on chest X-ray radiology.

Experience:

Essential:

• At least 2 years of experience in operating radiologic equipment to produce radiographs.
• Knowledge on standard and procedures of radiology (radiographic positions, radiation safety practices, etc)

Desirable:

• Working experience on maintenance of radiology equipment, recording and reporting of X-ray taken and radiology supplies inventory.
• Knowledge on diagnostics imaging procedures of the hospitals and clinics.

Competencies:

• Producing Results
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Languages:

• Proficiency in written and spoken English, and report writing

Computer Literacy

• Proficient in using of computer application software: MS – Office.

Salary & others benefits:

WHO offers locally competitive packages such as:

• Monthly salary: BDT 39,395.00 (SSA – 3, Step I)
• Health Insurance; Accident and illness insurance;
• Annual Leave (18 days per year); Sick leave (12 days per year)
• Applicable holidays as per WHO rules

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level • Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. • A written test using computer followed by an interview may held only for qualifying candidates.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review. • Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to availability of fund and performance. • For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. • WHO is committed to workforce diversity. • WHO's workforce adheres to the WHO Values Charter and is committed to put the WHO Values into practice. • WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. • This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station. • This vacancy is open to Bangladeshi Nationals (all genders) only.

• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Any attempt to unduly influence on WHO’s selection process will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicant