Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics
Health Sciences and Social Services - Curative Health
Purpose and Rationale
Purpose
The purpose of the four-year professional qualification, the Bachelor of Radiography, is to develop a highly trained professional Radiographer to become an effective and efficient practitioner with skills in rendering quality care and professional services to the healthcare provider community, patients, and society at large. The Exit Level Outcomes of the qualification will allow the learner to practice his/her skills to the benefit of the community and to share their skills and knowledge with other learners and peers. An attitude of lifelong learning will be fostered, ensuring continuing self-development and development in the field.
Rationale
- Diagnostic Radiography is one of the identified scarce skills in South Africa.
- Healthcare is set to change in the future from the curative paradigm of the 20th century to a pre-emptive model.
- Imaging is central to this model and will drive that change to the benefit of the patient.
- Medical imaging in general plays a key role in understanding complex biological systems and is dependent on interdisciplinary fields (e.g. physics, human biology, computer sciences) to extract that information.
- The qualification is necessary in both the public and private sectors as part of a multidisciplinary team providing a holistic health care service in general and a diagnostic radiography service in particular.
- This qualification is recognized by the relevant Professional Health Council as a requirement for registration to practice in the field of Diagnostic Radiography.
- This qualification will enable the qualified Radiographer to work in the public or private health care sectors or operate as an independent practitioner.
- Registration will be assurance to the community and society that the professional will practice at all times within the relevant scope as determined by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
Outcomes
- Perform routine and specialised radiographic procedures to produce images of diagnostic quality.
- Access, organise and present information applicable to the radiography context in order to record, retrieve and communicate patient data.
- Evaluate the quality of routine and specialised radiographic images and perform image interpretation to identify normal and abnormal appearances.
- Plan, develop and apply total quality management appropriate to the diagnostic radiography context.
- Perform safe and effective patient care in accordance with the patient's needs and departmental protocol to provide a quality service and to maintain the welfare of the patient.
- Apply the principles of human rights, ethics and relevant medical law which ensure the well-being of the patient.
- Apply the principles, specific knowledge, skills and values related to one of the chosen electives as listed.
- Conduct research.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Interpret request form for validity and knowledge of relevant radiographic terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
- Select and utilize accessory equipment and imaging systems for specific positioning techniques.
- Apply radiation protection and safety measures effectively.
- Prepare and perform routine and specialized radiographic techniques and procedures competently.
- Demonstrate aseptic techniques for examinations.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Demonstrate information technology skills to record, retrieve, and communicate patient data.
- Compile and present information scientifically within the radiographic context.
- Select and critically evaluate relevant information.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and conformity to medico-legal requirements.
- Apply corrective measures to techniques when necessary.
- Communicate radiographic appearances to referring health care professionals.
- Exercise independent judgement in performing additional views when justified.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Demonstrate principles of quality assurance and control in developing departmental protocols.
- Select, order, and maintain equipment within budget constraints.
- Develop communication and cooperation between role players.
- Implement performance management strategies in line with legislation.
- Maintain accurate departmental records and statistics.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- Assess patients relevant to their clinical condition and take appropriate action.
- Respect cultural and psychological diversity of patients.
- Provide professional explanations of procedures to patients.
- Apply optimal patient care before, during, and after procedures.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and healthcare team members.
- Demonstrate first aid skills when applicable.
- Recognize contrast media reactions, take appropriate action, and provide emergency assistance.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
- Recognize and act upon psychological, cultural, and ethical considerations of patients and their families.
- Protect patient rights and confidentiality as per relevant laws.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
- Apply subject principles and techniques to related activities.
- Apply quality assurance principles for optimal results.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:
- Demonstrate research principles and methodology in a research proposal and project.
- Ensure relevance of research to national needs and ethical policies.
- Critically evaluate and use suitable resources for the research.
- Present findings and conclusions in oral and written formats according to research practices.
Qualification Details
- Type
- National First Degree(Min 480)
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 480
- SAQA Source
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