Therapeutic Radiographer at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) – Abuja

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) is recruiting a Therapeutic Radiographer in Abuja to deliver accurate radiation therapy to patients with cancer and blood disorders as part of its multidisciplinary oncology service.

Role level: GL 2B.

Responsibilities

• Deliver radiation therapy using advanced equipment and approved oncology protocols, accurately position patients and use immobilisation devices to ensure treatment alignment.
• Monitor patients during treatment, manage or report adverse reactions, document dose parameters and patient responses, and follow radiation-protection requirements.
• Carry out daily quality-assurance checks on radiotherapy equipment, work with medical physicists to validate treatment plans and dose accuracy, and report equipment faults.
• Explain procedures, side effects and aftercare to patients and families, provide emotional support and reinforce treatment schedules and follow-up appointments.
• Apply radiation-safety principles, including ALARA, shielding, dose monitoring and incident reporting, and participate in audits and safety training.
• Collaborate with oncologists, medical physicists and nurses on treatment plans, tumour-board discussions, standard protocols, clinical trials and workflow improvements.
• Maintain accurate electronic records, treatment logs and data for audits and research, and follow confidentiality and data-security policies.
• Maintain professional certifications, keep up to date with radiotherapy practice, mentor junior radiographers and students, and contribute to training and research.
• Respond to equipment failures, treatment interruptions, radiation incidents and patient emergencies using established contingency procedures, and support continuity of care.
• Promote a compassionate patient experience, respond to feedback and complaints, and communicate scheduling changes clearly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiography or a related field with a focus on therapeutic radiography.
• Current and valid professional licence or registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer.
• Advanced certification or additional training in oncology radiography or radiation therapy is preferred.
• Strong understanding of radiation physics, dosimetry, radiobiology, radiation safety and emergency procedures.
• Accurate patient-positioning and treatment-setup skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability and strong patient-care and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with a compassionate approach to patient care.