Medical Radiographer

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BlueCoral Healthcare Services Limited is hiring a Medical Radiographer for its diagnostic center in Agungi-Lekki, Lagos. The role involves justifying and performing radiographic examinations, supporting urgent imaging, and maintaining high-quality diagnostic services in line with radiation protection standards. Candidates should have a Radiography degree and at least two years of post-qualification experience.

• Role based in Agungi-Lekki, Lagos
• Reports to Radiologist in the Imaging Department
• Minimum two years post-qualification Radiography experience required
• Degree in Radiography required
• Involves on-call and urgent trauma imaging duties

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Medical Radiographer at BlueCoral Healthcare Services Limited ⏲ Aug 19, 2026, 8:16 AM ⋕ View all Medical & Healthcare jobs Blue Coral Healthcare Services (BCHS) is a diagnostic center with integrated Clinical Services, located at Kengraphics Building, No. 1 Ajiran Road, (Agungi- Bus-stop) Off Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lekki, Lagos State. BCHS is conceived to identify Diagnostics and Clinical needs through innovative diagnostic medical practices which includes Imaging, Pathology, specialty clinics (Eye, Dental, Physiotherapy, Endoscopy and Dialysis), as well as other tailored packages. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Medical Radiographer Location: Agungi - Lekki, Lagos Reports to: Radiologist. Department: Imaging. Summary Justify and perform radiographic examinations providing direct care and a high-quality diagnostic imaging service in order to assist in the management of patients referred from clinicians. Essential Function of the job Clinical: Work independently when providing a standby / on call service to patients requiring urgent imaging due to acute trauma or illness. Act independently in the assessment of referrals for x-ray examinations, taking full responsibility for the justification of general x-ray examinations in order to reduce unnecessary ionizing radiation exposure of the patient in accordance with IR(ME)R, following appropriate induction and assessment. Undertakes aftercare of patients following injection of contrast media with respect to intravenous cannulation removal and awareness of possible adverse reactions. e.g, Nausea, anaphylaxis, etc. Work as part of a team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care. Liaise with fellow healthcare workers and referring clinicians to provide a high-quality imaging service to patients. Prioritize workload depending on the severity of the patients’ condition and direct impact on their management. Maintain a high level of expertise in the safe operation of x-ray equipment and manage faults effectively. Be actively involved in the training and assessment of student radiographers on clinical placement, providing direct supervision at all times. Maintain the required knowledge and skills to provide effective training, keeping up to date with current advances in technology and diagnostic techniques. 2000 Ionizing Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations (IR(ME)R) to ensure that the correct patient receives the correct x-ray examination with the minimum radiation dose. To work within radiation protection guidelines in accordance with the local rules and Maintain accurate patient records by input of accurate information. Provide professional opinion to clinicians on the nature of a diagnostic image either verbally or orally. Delegate appropriately and supervise health care support workers to achieve the desired quality of patient care. Educational: Participates in mandatory trainings and actively pursue continuous professional development, keeping an up-to-date personal record. Keep up to date in new imagery techniques, technology and departmental policies. Perform other duties as assigned by Radiologist. Qualifications Excellent interpersonal skills. IT skills and information governance awareness. To work unsupervised as well as working as part of a team. Ability to maintain accurate and legible patient records. Minimum of two years post qualification Radiography experience: across relevant modalities. Flexible approach to work and working hours. A Degree in Radiography Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Experience: working as part of a Radiography team, and multidisciplinary team. Communication skills of persuasion, explanation and gaining consent. Skills and abilities: Use of software programs such as Micro soft word to create documents and tables foe quality assurance and audit. Film Processors. For all imagery examinations, radiographers must use and handle the following equipments, machinery and computer systems. Access the Internet and Trust Intranet for personal and professional development. Be able to work at speed using dexterity and precision while performing radiographs on critically injured patients often prior to emergency surgery. Provide information by explanation of complex procedures, listening to the patients’ requirements: to encourage compliance with the imagery process. Computed Tomography (CT)Scan machine. Mammography Machine. Computed Radiography (CR) readers -image manipulation, processing and storage software. Prior to the exposure of x-ray radiation, continuously using a high degree of accuracy, manipulate and position all patients providing immobilization when required. Have the expertise to safely handle and operate highly specialized high voltage, expensive and heavy machines/equipments. Possesses keyboard skills for the entry of data into the RIS, PACS and CR. Ceiling suspended general x-ray tubes, floor to ceiling track x-ray tubes, rise and fall x-raytables, floating top tables, erect and supine buck assemblies and operator consoles. Direct Digital Radiography (Electronic Image post processing/ storage and retrieval) How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: nuvie@bchs.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email. View all Jobs in Nigeria Lekki and 1 other location Lekki , Lagos State Medical Radiographer job vacancies in Nigeria