Position: Radiographer
Number of Position: 1
Organisation: International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)
Location: Mohali, Punjab
Type of Position: Consultant
Duration: Till 15 March 2027
Travel: As necessary (up to 80% of time)
Organisation background:
The Union is a global membership, technical and scientific organisation. We were established in 1920 and are led by people who are committed to our vision, mission and values. Our members are organisations and individuals from all parts of the world. We are made up of government and non-government agencies, charities, donors and funders, professional groups, patient groups and civil society organisations. We bring together clinicians, managers, policy makers, front-line workers and implementers, scientists, patients and survivors, advocates and civil society.
The Union’s Vision: A healthier world for all, free of tuberculosis and lung disease
The Union’s Mission: The Union strives to end suffering due to tuberculosis and lung disease by advancing better prevention and care. We seek to achieve this by the generation, dissemination and implementation of knowledge into policy and practice. We aim to ensure that no-one is left behind, people are treated equally and we have a focus on vulnerable and marginalised populations and communities.
The Union’s Values:
· Quality: we deliver our services and products to the highest possible standards.
· Transparency: we are open and direct in our dealings.
· Accountability: we are responsible stewards of resources, deliver on our commitments, and are accountable to our stakeholders.
· Respect: we recognise people’s intrinsic value and have due regard for the welfare, beliefs, perceptions, customs and cultural heritage of those we deal with.
· Independence: we seek to pursue our mission free from interference by conflicts of interest.
About the project
In India, unified and collective action is crucial in the fight against TB. With millions affected annually, a collaborative approach that leverages diverse expertise is essential. The Union proposes to work in close collaboration with Central TB Division and NTEP State and district program managers in the State of Chhattisgarh and Punjab for a period of eleven months through a donor funded project.
The project proposes to pilot innovations for improving access to facility-based and home-based Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment (TPT) services within private health facilities, with a focus on multi-specialty/corporate hospitals, chemists and laboratories. The scope involves implementing and evaluating integrated service delivery models to improve TB prevention and treatment completion outcomes. The expected outcome is to develop a sustainable, costed system that generates increased demand for TPT and achieves a high treatment completion rate.
The project will buildcoordination system between NTEP and private health facilities for initial engagement, capacity building, and streamlining service delivery. The intervention will include establishment of the concept of "TPT Centers" on a pilot basis within selected multi-specialty/corporate hospitals or jointly the private hospital & laboratories to offer a comprehensive TPT service for the close contacts of the TB patients notified in the private sector, deploying a standardized TPT cascade, including screening, initiation, and follow-up. The staff will activate a secure supply chain mechanism to distribute TPT to the TPT Clinics/ Chemists and doorstep delivery of NTEP-provided, free TPT medications to beneficiaries and conduct comprehensive upskilling and capacity-building through orientation sessions for diverse private healthcare providers, addressing knowledge gaps on TPT eligibility, assessment, and scientific updates. The goal of the proposed project is to achieve at least 80% screening and testing coverage of eligible Household Contacts (HHCs) of people with TB, notified from the private sector and more than 90% treatment completion rate among those who are initiated on TPT.
Key Responsibilities:
· Handling of the ultraportable X-ray machine unit. The unit, including generator, detector, CAD software, lead aprons, frames, etc., will be transported in a compact bag to and from camp locations to its stationing facility. Maintenance, transportation, and safekeeping of the unit will be the responsibility of the radiographer.
· Handling queries from patients and offering pre-procedure guidance.
· Using radiographic equipment, and portable equipment, to do X-rays,, and labelling them appropriately.
· Collecting and reporting the results of X-rays to the District TB Officer managing the patients, and updating the same in reporting data systems.
· Monitoring the radiographic equipment and supplies, and ensuring there are sufficient supplies by submitting purchase requests proactively. Maintaining the stock register.
· Ensuring the maintenance of X-ray machines and other related equipment. Coordinating with relevant stakeholders for AMC and any corrective/ preventive maintenance required.
· Documenting, recording, and storage of patient data in the data tool provided. Training will be provided by the district NTEP team on the data entry process.
· Performing end of day tasks and reporting, including Ni-kshay entry.
· Holding all patient Protected Health Information (PHI), other patients’ personal information and agency information in confidence, in accordance with the Employee Confidentiality Statement.
· Coordinating and cooperating with other staff in daily routine and to assist in health camps, as and when required.
· Observing the schedule for work, lunch, and breaks.
· Any other jobs assigned as per program need.
Reporting to Deputy Director Programme
Qualification and Experience
· Diploma/Degree in Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology from the Government recognised institute with at least 12 months of experience in a similar capacity.
· Candidates with higher qualifications (for example, Graduates and above) shall be preferred.
· Experience in working in MDU or public health camp settings would be an added advantage.
· Good documentation skills.
· Enthusiasm for community engagement.
· Proficiency in the use of computers and the relevant software packages.
· Outstanding thinking and reasoning skills.
· Ability to work independently but also as a part of a healthcare team.
· Sensitivity and understanding towards patients during procedures.
· Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform well under pressure.
· Physical strength to assist with the lifting or moving of patients to ensure their positioning is correct for the specific procedure.
· Should be willing to travel extensively for project purposes within the respective district.
· Languages: Excellent written and spoken command of English and regional languages (Punjabi).
· It will be helpful if the candidate already has a TLD badge. Please mention this during the application and first interview so that the TLD badge can be applied for and procured accordingly, if required.
· Some working knowledge of ultraportable handheld X-ray machines and CAD software will be a bonus.
Duration:
This position is offered as a fixed-term till 15 March 2027.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience fit the position to: [email protected] indicating “Application for Technical Advisor”in the subject line. Applications received on the email ID will only be considered.
The Union is an equal opportunity employer.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From ₹40,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
