Aga Khan Health Service Tanzania (AKHST) The Aga Khan Health Service, Tanzania (AKHST); an institution of
The Aga Khan Development Network, completed a major phase II expansion
of the Aga Khan Hospital, Dar es Salaam in 2018.
This expansion aimed
at improving the Hospital’s quality of facilities and infrastructure to
become an ultramodern 170 bed facility to increase its capacity as a
provider of high-quality medical care leading to a tertiary care,
referral and teaching hospital.The Phase
II development focused on expanding key clinical services including a
comprehensive cardiology programme, oncology services and neurosciences,
as well as the expansion of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Diagnostic
Imaging, Critical Care and Women and Child Health programmes.
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It is also an accredited internship site. As part of the integrated health systems approach, AKHST plans to establish 35 outreach health facilities that are located across Tanzania. Currently, 20 such clinics have been established across the country and linked the main hospital in Dar es Salaam.
AKHST is seeking for enthusiastic, qualified and experienced personnel as described below:
Head Of Dental And Implant Department – (1 POSITION)
REPORTING TO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER POSITION
SUMMARY
Head of Dental and Implant Department leads in facilitating the delivery of Dental & Implant services in an efficient and effective manner. He/ She oversees technical and operational roles including staff planning and evaluation, budget planning and monitoring. The HOD oversees development and implementation of the Quality indicators of the department
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides effective leadership of the Dental & Implant services, including budget planning and financial management, in accordance with institutional assignment of such responsibilities.
- Ensure that there are appropriate numbers of staff with the required education, training and competence to provide medical laboratory services that meet the needs and requirements of the users
- Ensure the implementation of the quality policy and oversee activities leading to accreditation by a relevant body.
- Provision of clinical advice with respect to the choice of examinations, use of the service and interpretation of examination results.
- In consultation with Material Management department, selects and monitors Dental & Implant services suppliers.
- Provide professional development programmes & opportunities for Dental & Implant services staff
- Defines, implements and monitors standards of performance and quality improvement of Dental & Implant
- Design and implement a contingency plan to ensure that essential services are available during emergency situations
- Oversees quality control programs and is responsible for recommending Dental & Implant services
- Monitors all work performed in the Dental & Implant services to determine that clinically relevant information is being generated.
- Address any complaint, request or suggestion from Dental & Implant services staff and/or users of Dental & Implant
- Any other roles assigned by the
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- Minimum Master of Dental Surgery or equivalent from a recognized University.
- Must have valid Registration from Medical Council of
- Must have valid practicing License from Medical Council of
- Fellowship on Oral Implant Ology or any other speciality
- Minimum of Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in reputable hospital, 3 of which should be in leadership roles.
RADIOGRAPHER- (2 POSITIONS)
REPORTING TO THE RADIOLOGY MANAGER
POSITION SUMMARY
He/she is responsible for applying independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic Ultrasound, Mammographic and X-ray procedures and communicating results of diagnostic examinations to the Physicians and Radiologists. Also, responsible for patient scheduling, reporting of equipment failures and quality assessment.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare examination room and equipment to conduct Ultrasound, Mammographic or X-ray examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.Reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions and confirming anticipated service with patients before examination.
- Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones.
- Assist physicians with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using Sonographic techniques.
- Perform ultrasound procedures, color doppler vascular examinations, abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound, OBGYN procedures as required.
- Monitors patient’s physical condition and ensure their comfort during the procedure; report patient change of status or emergency situations to clinical staff, supervisor and/or Radiologist
- Analyzing technical information and providing a summary of findings for the Radiologists and Physicians to make a diagnosis.
- Apply independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic Sonography, Mammographic and X-ray procedures.
- Apply independent judgment during examinations to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images
- Ensure that the Sonographic, Mammographic and X-ray examination results meet the facility standards for Quality Assurance before findings are released for interpretation.
- Participate in quality control within the department. This requires proficiency in the knowledge and practice of all Ultrasound, Mammographic and X-ray procedures.
- Recognize problems with test results and/or instrumentation and take appropriate action.
- Utilize accessory equipment such as transducers, multi-format cameras, printers, and PACS workstations.
- Assist the medical staff in development of new ultrasound, Mammogram and X-Ray techniques and protocols.
- Participate in research practices within radiology and with other hospital disciplines (medicine, surgery departments).
- Providing care to patients with infectious diseases.
- Any other roles assigned by the Supervisor.
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- Minimum Diploma in Diagnostic Medical Radiography.
- Must be registered with the Medical Radiology & Imaging Professionals Council.
- Skills and competencies in Ultrasound are an added advantage.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in hospital settings.
- Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills and software programs used for documentation activities and report generation.
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PLEASE NOTE: ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS. APPLICATION LETTER, CV AND EDUCATION CERTIFICATES SHOULD BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY TO: hr@akhst.org WITH THE SUBJECT LINE OF THE POSITION OR HAND DELIVERED TO HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT, P. 0. BOX 2289, OCEAN ROAD, DAR ES SALAAM. CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS END OF BUSINESS DAY ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27,2022
“AKHS is concerned about the climate and environmental crises we face and is doing everything possible to reduce our own impact, encouraging others to do the same, and advancing understanding in this field. AKHS has set itself the task of getting as close to net-zero carbon operations as possible by 2030. We expect all staff to contribute to achieving these aims in the context of their roles. We encourage applicants with previous experience or an interest in this field to apply”
