1. Radiation Safety Management

- Ensure compliance with national and international radiation safety standards (such as AERB/ICRP/IAEA guidelines, depending on region).

2. Equipment Management and Quality Control

- Supervise procurement, installation, and commissioning of radiology equipment (X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, etc.).
- Ensure preventive maintenance schedules and timely servicing/calibration of machines.
- Verify equipment performance through periodic Quality Assurance (QA) tests.
- Maintain equipment logs, safety certificates, and calibration reports.
- Ensure compliance with manufacturer and regulatory safety guidelines.

3. Administrative and Departmental Leadership

- Manage day-to-day operations of the Radiology Department.
- Oversee staff scheduling, workload distribution, and workflow optimization.
- Coordinate with radiologists, technologists, nurses, and hospital management.
- Manage departmental budgets, procurement requests, and inventory of supplies.
- Enforce departmental policies, SOPs, and safety protocols.
- Handle documentation, reporting, and regulatory submissions.

4. Staff Training and Competency

- Conduct regular training on:

- Radiation safety

- Emergency procedures

- Safe handling of radiology equipment

- Patient positioning and exposure minimization

- Ensure all staff are certified and competent in their respective roles.

- Organize continuous professional development programs.

5. Patient Safety and Care

- Ensure proper patient identification, informed consent, and explanation of procedures.
- Promote ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles to minimize radiation exposure.
- Oversee safe practices for vulnerable groups (children, pregnant patients).
- Ensure privacy, dignity, and comfort of patients during imaging procedures.

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Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

- Act as a primary liaison with regulatory bodies (AERB or equivalent).
- Ensure all equipment and facilities are registered/licensed as required.
- Prepare and submit mandatory compliance reports.
- Report radiation incidents, equipment malfunctions, or workplace hazards.

7. Emergency Preparedness

- Develop and implement emergency response procedures for:

- Radiation spills or leaks

- Equipment failure

- Fire or electrical hazards

- Conduct periodic emergency drills and ensure availability of safety equipment.

8. Quality Improvement and Data Management

- Monitor departmental performance indicators (turnaround time, repeat studies, QA metrics).
- Implement corrective measures to reduce repeat exposures and improve imaging quality.
- Maintain accurate databases of procedures, radiation doses, and patient records.
- Participate in clinical audits and accreditation processes.

9. Communication and Coordination

- Facilitate communication between radiology staff, referring clinicians, and hospital administration.
- Provide expert advice on radiation safety matters.
- Respond to queries and concerns from patients or staff regarding imaging procedures.

Desired Qualification & Skills

- Education : Graduate/Postgraduate in Medical Imaging Technology + Postgraduate in Hospital Administration or Healthcare Management.
- Experience :



Proven experience and understanding of hospital Radiology & Imaging Services for 8+ years and should have minimum of 3 years of experience as Unit Head/In-charge - Radiology & Imaging Services.
- Communication Skills : Strong interpersonal skills to engage with customers effectively.
- CRM Proficiency :Familiarity with Hospital HIS tools.
- Analytical Skills :Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and work on strategies accordingly.

Skills in detail : 1. Technical and Clinical Skills

- Robust understanding of radiation physics, radiobiology, and radiation protection principles.
- Proficiency in operating radiology equipment (X-ray, CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy, Mammography, Ultrasound).
- Knowledge of radiation dose optimization techniques and ALARA principles.
- Familiarity with quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures.
- Ability to interpret machine QA reports and identify performance issues.
- Understanding of imaging protocols and workflow in diagnostic radiology.

2. Regulatory and Compliance Skills

- In-depth knowledge of regional regulatory guidelines (AERB, ICRP, IAEA, NRC, etc.).
- Ability to prepare and maintain regulatory documentation, safety reports, and compliance files.
- Skilled in conducting radiation safety audits and risk assessments.
- Expertise in ensuring equipment licensing, facility registration, and safety certifications.

3. Safety and Risk Management Skills

- Competency in radiation monitoring, incident investigation, and dose tracking.
- Ability to develop, implement, and update radiation safety programs and SOPs.
- Strong understanding of emergency response procedures for radiation hazards.
- Capable of training staff on radiation safety, PPE use, and emergency p

📌 Radiology In-charge (Mysuru)
🏢 Manipal Hospital - Mysore
📍 Mysuru