X – Ray Technician

About

YRGCARE

Established in 1993, YRGCARE is a pioneering

non-governmental organisation in India, committed to transforming lives through

integrated healthcare, inclusive partnerships, and forward-looking research.

Grounded in the values of integrity and sustainability, we address both

immediate and evolving societal challenges empowering communities to attain

equitable and lasting health outcomes. We provide comprehensive services across

prevention, care, support, and treatment, particularly for those affected by

HIV and other infectious diseases.

Role

The X-Ray Technician will be responsible for

carrying out chest X-ray examinations as part of the project’s TB screening and

diagnostic activities. The role involves operating X-ray equipment safely and

efficiently, ensuring appropriate patient positioning and image quality,

maintaining radiation safety standards, and supporting timely documentation and

referral of individuals requiring further evaluation.

The X-Ray Technician will work closely with the

District Coordinator, Clinician, field teams, public health facilities, and

relevant TB programme personnel to ensure smooth and timely delivery of X-ray

services at designated project sites, schools, health facilities, or community

locations.

Key

X-Ray

Imaging & Technical Support

X-ray examinations as per approved protocols and instructions from the

clinical/project team.

equipment safely and efficiently and ensure that appropriate exposure

parameters are used.

positioning of individuals to obtain clear and diagnostically useful images.

quality and repeat examinations where technically necessary, while minimising

unnecessary radiation exposure.

or field-based X-ray screening activities, where required.

X-ray images are appropriately labelled, stored, and transferred for further

review.

Patient

Safety & Radiation Protection

applicable radiation safety procedures and institutional protocols.

appropriate use of personal protective equipment and radiation protection

measures.

procedure clearly to individuals and address basic questions regarding the

examination.

appropriate precautions for children, vulnerable individuals, and others

requiring additional support.

report any equipment malfunction, safety concern, or incident to the designated

supervisor.

Documentation

& Reporting

accurate records of all X-ray examinations conducted.

screening registers, examination records, and other project documentation as

required.

submission of daily/periodic activity reports to the designated project

supervisor.

confidentiality of patient information, records, and diagnostic images.

compilation of project data and documentation for monitoring and reporting

purposes.

Equipment

& Quality Maintenance

routine checks of X-ray equipment and related accessories before use.

equipment faults, breakdowns, or maintenance requirements promptly.

handling, storage, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

assurance procedures and applicable statutory and organisational requirements.

clean, safe, and organised working environment.

Field

& Team Support

project screening camps, community activities, and other field-based diagnostic

activities as required.

with field teams to ensure smooth patient flow and timely completion of X-ray

screening.

technical guidance to field staff on requirements for X-ray examination and

patient preparation.

project-related activities within the scope of the role, as required.

& Skills

degree in Radiology, Radiography, Medical Imaging Technology, or a relevant

recognised qualification.

years of relevant experience as an X-Ray Technician/Radiographer.

conducting chest X-rays and supporting TB screening or other public health

programmes is desirable.

working in community-based, mobile, or field screening programmes will be an

advantage.

radiation safety standards, patient positioning, and X-ray quality

requirements.

work effectively with clinicians, field teams, public health personnel, and

community members.

documentation and record-keeping skills.

communicate effectively in English and the local language; knowledge of Hindi

would be an advantage for locations where required.

travel and work at different project locations, health facilities, schools, or

community sites as required.

with TB screening, chest X-ray screening, or NTEP-related programmes.

with digital X-ray systems and electronic image management.

in mobile/portable X-ray services or community screening initiatives.

commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and ethical practice.

to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.

sensitive and comfortable working with diverse communities.

Equal Opportunity

YRG is an equal-opportunity organisation. At YRG, we are

committed to supporting inclusion and diversity as part of our values. We

celebrate differences in abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and

gender. Our team comprises people with different strengths, experiences, and

backgrounds who share a passion for improving people's lives.