Here is a comprehensive standard Job Description (JD) tailored for a Radiologist involved in a new or operational diagnostic center / laboratory setup.

Job Title: Consultant Radiologist (Diagnostic Radiology & Setup Lead)

Department: Radiology & Imaging Services

Reports To: Medical Director / Center Head / Managing Director

Employment Type: Full-time / Consultant / Part-time

1. Job Purpose

The Radiologist will be responsible for overseeing the establishment, operational workflow, quality assurance, and ongoing clinical interpretation of diagnostic imaging modalities (USG, CT, MRI, X-Ray, Mammography) within the new diagnostic laboratory setup. The candidate will ensure full regulatory compliance, accurate diagnostic reporting, high standards of radiation safety, and seamless collaboration with referring physicians.

2. Key Duties & Responsibilities

A. Diagnostic Reporting & Clinical Care

• Interpret, evaluate, and provide timely, accurate reports for diagnostic imaging procedures, including Ultrasound (USG), Doppler, X-Ray, CT, MRI, and Mammography.

• Perform clinical ultrasounds and image-guided interventional procedures (e.g., FNAC, biopsies, drainages) where privileged and needed.

• Review patient medical histories, clinical records, and previous studies to ensure high diagnostic precision.

• Communicate critical or high-risk diagnostic findings directly to referring physicians in a timely manner.

B. Lab Setup, Protocol Development & Workflow Optimization

• Assist management in selecting, calibrating, and installing radiological equipment (X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT/MRI, PACS/RIS).

• Standardize scan protocols, dose parameters, and reporting formats tailored to local clinical needs.

• Design efficient patient flow and appointment workflows in coordination with radiographers and reception teams.

C. Quality Control, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure strict adherence to national/local radiation safety standards (e.g., AERB, PC-PNDT regulations, NABH/NABL standards, HIPAA/data privacy).

• Maintain compliance documentation, equipment licenses, TLD badges, and periodic QA/calibration tests.

• Supervise quality assurance (QA) programs and conduct regular peer-review audits on image quality and report accuracy.

D. Team Supervision & Interdepartmental Coordination

• Guide and supervise Radiology Technologists/Radiographers, ensuring proper positioning, patient care, and image quality.

• Collaborate with pathologists, laboratory heads, and clinical staff to offer comprehensive diagnostic solutions.

• Provide continuous clinical training to junior staff, technicians, and nursing assistants on radiation safety and imaging protocols.

3. Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Education: MD / DNB / DMRD in Radiodiagnosis from a recognized university/medical board.

• Registration: Valid Medical Council Registration/License.

• Experience:

  • 0–3+ years for Junior Consultant / Associate Radiologist.

  • 5+ years for Senior Consultant / Lead Radiologist (prior experience in lab setup or accreditation is a plus).

4. Skills & Competencies

• Technical Skills: High proficiency in USG/Doppler interpretation, X-Ray, CT, MRI, and PACS/RIS software.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of radiation protection protocols, PC-PNDT guidelines, and accreditation standards (NABH/NABL).

• Soft Skills: Excellent diagnostic acumen, effective communication with patients and referring doctors, leadership, and attention to detail.