TRAFFIC KwaZulu-Natal

Senior Nuclear medicine Radiographer

LIFE Healthcare Group
South African Rand . ZAR 200,000 - 300,000

Job Description

About the Role

A vacancy exists for a Nuclear medicine Radiographer, based at Life Hilton private hospital, reporting to the Nuclear operations manager, Ansu Fourie. The incumbent will be responsible for providing a high-quality service to both Inpatients and Outpatients, including Nuclear Medicine procedures, quality assurance, and related administrative duties. The successful candidate will work as a member of the Nuclear medicine Department and multi-disciplinary teams, providing a high-quality service to patients in assigned areas in accordance with professional standards of practice.

Critical Outputs
  • Schedule patients for Nuclear medicine procedures.
  • Prepare patients for Nuclear medicine procedures which they are scheduled.
  • Prepare the room and equipment required before commencing radiology procedures.
  • Performs procedures which the incumbent is qualified.
  • Perform hotlab procedures and preparations for radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Order radiopharmaceuticals and other stock as required.
  • Work overtime when required.
  • Perform administrative tasks related to the business operations.
  • Participate in all staff meetings, briefings and training.
  • Maintain acceptable levels of health and safety and complete monthly reports.
  • Take part in routine daily inspection of equipment and quality assurance procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with work procedures and policies.
  • Take on responsibilities as the radiation protection officer for the unit and ensure compliance with SAHPRA regulations.
  • Process invoices and purchase orders on SAP.
  • Keep up-to-date with current techniques and developments in Radiographic and imaging procedures and to take part in in-service training as required.
  • Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and with non-radiographic staff, both in the Nuclear Medicine Department and elsewhere in the hospital.
Requirements
  • Degree in Nuclear Medicine Radiography.
  • Registered with HPCSA and CPD compliant.
  • At least 5 years experience in Nuclear Medicine.
  • Ability to perform weekend work.
  • Own transport and a valid driver's license is essential.
  • Experience in Nuclear therapy.
Competencies
  • Problem-solving/analysis.
  • Resilience.
  • Verbal & written communication.
  • Teamwork.
  • Customer responsiveness.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Building relationships.
  • Organisational awareness.
  • Drive & energy.
  • Excellence orientation.
  • Ethical behaviour.
  • Work independently.
Contact

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Closing date: Friday, February 27, 2026

Internal applicants - before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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