Radiography Technician

MULANJE MISSION HOSPITAL

VACANCIES

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions tenable at Mulanje Mission Hospital:

RADIOGRAPHY TECHNICIAN (GRADE K)

The Radiography Technician is responsible for providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services, including ultrasound scanning, to support accurate diagnosis and clinical decision-making. The role requires strict adherence to patient safety, radiation protection principles, and professional standards of practice.

Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Duration: Two (2) years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance review.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Department, the following are the key responsibilities of the Hospital Radiographer:

1. Perform diagnostic radiography including X-ray and be able to carry out ultrasound scanning.

2. Accurately record patient data, imaging details, and ultrasound procedures in hospital information systems.

3. Independently conduct ultrasound examinations, ensuring accurate image acquisition and preliminary observations where required by protocol.

4. Ensure correct patient identification, positioning, and preparation prior to all imaging procedures.

5. Produce diagnostically acceptable images in line with established clinical protocols.

6. Assist clinicians during specialised and interventional procedures.

7. Clearly explain imaging and ultrasound procedures to patients and obtain informed cooperation.

8. Apply radiation protection principles and non-ionising safety standards for ultrasound practice.

9. Operate and perform routine quality assurance checks on imaging and ultrasound equipment.

10. Identify and report equipment faults promptly in accordance with hospital policy.

11. Ensure compliance with infection prevention, control, and equipment safety standards.

12. Ensure proper labelling, storage, and archiving of images.

13. Maintain records in line with legal, ethical, and institutional requirements.

14. Assist clinicians during specialised and interventional procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography.

• Formal training and demonstrated competence in ultrasound scanning.

• Registration with the Medical Council of Malawi.

• Valid practising licence.

• Willingness and ability to work shifts, weekends, and on-call duties.

• Willing to work under close supervision.

• At least 2–3 years’ experience in a hospital or diagnostic imaging setting.

• Those with sound knowledge in sonography will have an added advantage.

Interested applicants must submit an application letter, copies of certificates, Curriculum Vitae and three traceable referees to:

The Human Resources Management Officer

Mulanje Mission Hospital

P.O Box 45

Mulanje.

E-mail: info@mmh.mw

Closing date: 30^th January 2026