CHIEF RADIOGRAPHER 

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well-experienced applicants for the positions of Senior Laboratory Technologist (Grade H) and Chief Radiographer (Grade I) tenable at Nkhoma CCAP Hospital.

The Senior Laboratory Technologist position is offered on contract basis, a three-year (36 months) employment contract subject to renewal based on overall efficiency, conduct, and diligence with which the employee is discharging his/her duties as well as overall performance.

The Chief Radiographer position is offered on permanent basis.

B) CHIEF RADIOGRAPHER – GRADE I

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Planning, implementing, and reviewing operations of the radiography department.

2. Performing general and special radiography examinations including Ultrasonography.

3. Monitoring all work performed in the Radiology department to determine that reliable data is being generated and documented.

4. Providing on-the-job training to the students.

5. Liaising with other heads of sections on radiology-related matters.

6. Providing leadership and management of the medical radiology department.

7. Being involved in selecting and appointment of staff for the department.

8. Evaluating and monitoring quality of radiographs (x-rays, USS etc.).

9. Ensuring proper inventory management of supplies, and Radiology areas remain stocked with needed supplies (involved in budgeting and ordering).

10. Responding to customer inquiries about radiography examination results and adhering to customer service standards of Hospital and Department.

11. Participating in in-service education programs and attending morning handovers.

12. Participating in the preparation of all inspections by accrediting agencies.

13. Maintaining confidentiality of patients, families, and staff.

14. Preparing and consolidating all data from all the Radiology sections and submitting to the Director of Clinical Services within the deadline on a monthly basis.

15. Providing educational programs for the medical and Radiology staff and participating in other educational programs of the institution like training/orientation of new employees, residents, and students.

16. Preparing staff roster for the department and being on radiology call.

17. Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES

A. Skills and Personal Qualities

1. Leadership skills: being a trusted and stable mentor for the team, focusing on professional growth and team development.

2. Excellent communicator and negotiator with external partners and internal stakeholders.

3. Analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities and outstanding knowledge of Quality Improvement.

4. Critical thinking and complex problem-solving.

5. High degree of personal integrity and ability to maintain confidential information.

6. Ability to adhere to good Radiology working practice even when challenged with resources.

7. Strong work ethics, positive learning attitude, innovative, willingness to work close with supervisor.

8. Willingness to accept additional responsibilities and to work in a team.

9. Good interpersonal skills.

B. Education Requirements

1. Applicants should have a minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree in Radiology.

2. Applicants must have vast experience in ultrasonography.

3. Applicants with additional ultrasonography training certified have an advantage.

4. Applicants must be registered with Medical Council of Malawi.

5. Applicants should have at least seven years’ demonstrated work experience in a Hospital Radiology environment.

Note: All applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Applications must be submitted together with certified copies of certificates and a detailed Curriculum Vitae, which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and the applicant’s current working phone numbers.

These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 24th October 2025.

The Human Resource Manager
Nkhoma Mission Hospital
P.O. Box 48
Nkhoma

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:
📧 hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com