RSO & Radiology Supervisor
- Manipal Hospitals
- 8 - 12 years
- Mysuru
- 12 days ago
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Job Description
1. Radiation Safety Management
- Ensure compliance with national and international radiation safety standards (such as AERB/ICRP/IAEA guidelines, depending on region).
- Maintain and implement the Radiation Safety Program across the department.
- Conduct regular radiation risk assessments and ensure safe working conditions.
- Monitor and enforce the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (lead aprons, thyroid shields, lead glasses).
- Ensure proper functioning and availability of radiation dose-monitoring devices (TLD badges, dosimeters).
- Maintain radiation exposure records for all staff and investigate dose limit exceedances.
- Oversee annual radiation safety audits and facilitate corrective actions.
- Provide radiation safety clearance for installation, relocation, or disposal of radiology equipment.
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.
6. 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
- Strong 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 protocols.
4. Leadership and Administrative Skills
- Strong leadership capabilities to manage radiology staff and daily operations.
- Ability to plan workflow, allocate duties, and manage departmental schedules.
- Budgeting and inventory management skills for radiology supplies and equipment.
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills in fast-paced clinical environments.
- Skill in coordinating with radiologists, technologists, clinicians, and management.
5. Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent communication skills to educate patients and guide staff.
- Ability to explain complex radiation safety concepts in simple terms.
- Strong interpersonal skills for team coordination and conflict resolution.
- Effective in liaising with regulatory bodies and external service providers.
6. Analytical and Documentation Skills
- Ability to analyze radiation exposure data and identify trends.
- Competence in maintaining accurate records TLD, QA logs, maintenance reports, etc.
- Report writing and documentation skills for audits, regulatory submissions, and incident reports.
- Skilled in reviewing imaging quality and workflow performance metrics.
7. IT and Software Skills
- Familiarity with PACS, RIS, and HIS systems.
- Basic understanding of radiology equipment software and control systems.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting.
- Knowledge of digital dose tracking tools or radiation monitoring applications.
8. Personal and Behavioral Skills
- High attention to detail and safety-oriented mindset.
- Ethical, responsible, and dependable under pressure.
- Adaptable to new technologies and regulatory updates.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Candidate should possess exceptional communication skills Written [English + Kannada] and Verbal [ Kannada + English + Hindi + Tamil + Telugu].
Candidates / Aspirants ready to relocate to Mysore on their own can also apply.
Aspirants are requested to E-mail resume in MS word format only along with photograph and with details on current fixed salary + incentives if any and expected salary.
Please super scribe as "Application for the post of RSO & Radiology Supervisor at Manipal Hospital - Mysore" in Subject column when writing / sending / forwarding E-mail.
Work Location - Mysore - Karnataka - India.
Note* You can also text WhatsApp message to 9886300*** if we do not respond to your call or email.
Job Classification
Industry: Medical Services / HospitalFunctional Area / Department: Healthcare & Life SciencesRole Category: Imaging & DiagnosticsRole: Imaging & Diagnostics - OtherEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: Manipal HospitalsLocation(s): Mysuru
Keyskills: Radiology Safety Officer Radiation Physics Radiology Technologist Proficiency in managing and operating radiology equipments RSO
Manipal Hospitals
Manipal Health Enterprises, commonly known as Manipal Hospitals, is an Indian for-profit private hospital network headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka. The hospitals trace their origins to the Kasturba Medical College, founded by T. M. A. Pai in 1953.
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