RADIOGRAPHER

Company information

Company

HST Careers

Division

HSS

Health Systems Trust is an innovative non-profit organisation working to strengthen ongoing development of comprehensive health systems in southern Africa

Province

KwaZulu-Natal

District

eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality

Job Specification Information

Title

RADIOGRAPHER

Description

The Health Systems Trust (HST) wishes to appoint Radiographer for the National Department of Health Global Fund Tuberculosis (TB) Project in eThekwini district. The Radiographer will be responsible for ensuring a high standard of radiographic chest X-ray imaging, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for reading images, whilst ensuring that patients receive high-quality care and linkage to appropriate services. This is a fixed-term contract position, renewable based on continuation of funding and performance

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to the Ionising Radiation (for medical exposure) Regulations in the delivery of services. • Ensure that clients sign the consent forms before X-ray exposure. • Record accurate patient information relating to dose and use of consumables. • Keep accurate patient records, including recording radiation dose and exposure factors. • Provide support and reassurance to patients who may be unwell or have barriers to understanding. • Develop a sound knowledge of the equipment used for awareness of malfunctions and errors and to report them. • Participate in the development of district/sub-district and facility operational plans for deployment of the mobile Digital Chest X-ray service. • Maintain effective working relationships with Outreach Teams and facility staff. • Liaise with the Radiologist for diagnostic and technical advice and support. • Support referral and linkage to care for incidental chest X-ray findings not requiring presumptive TB testing. • Work with the team to ensure that all data are collected and verified to ensure data quality. • Set up and prepare for daily activities. • Supervise the teams to ensure effective day-to-day direct service delivery. • Communicate effectively with facility-based Outreach Teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality services. • Liaise with relevant district/sub-district management teams and facility staff for planning and allocation of services

Key Attributes

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence • Good interpersonal skills • Good presentation skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Innovative thinking, initiative, and leadership qualities • Ability to build relationships with clients and members of the district/sub-district management team • A non-judgmental, trustworthy and empathetic personality • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions • Mentorship and capacity-building skills • Willingness to travel and to work after hours

Education Required

Diploma

Qualification Required

• A National Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Radiography • Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Experience Required

• At least three years’ experience as a Radiographer • Computer literacy in Microsoft Office • A Private Practice Number will be an added advantage. • A valid driver’s license

Remuneration

The salary package for this position based on Global Fund requirements ranging from R421,670 to R511,453.80 as the Total Cost to Company.

Other Job Details

APPLICATIONS/ENQUIRIES • Interested applicants must complete their application online at: https://careers.hst.org.za/ • Applicants are to ensure that their online applications are completed in full, and that comprehensive CVs are uploaded with the online application in order to be considered. • The applicant’s CV must be saved with a filename reflecting their name and surname. • No applications sent via e-mail will be considered for the job, as all applicants must submit their applications online at the provided link. PLEASE NOTE: • Personal information collected is processed lawfully in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). • Preference will be given to applicants residing in KwaZulu-Natal, • Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of all qualifications and identity documents. • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. • Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to reference and credential checks. • If you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. • HST reserves the right to not fill this position. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 September 2026, at 16h30 HEALTH SYSTEMS TRUST PROMOTES EMPLOYMENT EQUITY. Health Systems Trust subscribes to diversity and inclusivity, which is informed by the Company’s Employment Equity Plan. Based on this, African males and people with disabilities who meet the job specifications (including but not limited to the required skills, knowledge and education), are encouraged to apply.