Challenges facing the implementation of quality control by radiographers in Tanzania

Wilson Maliyatabu Ngoye; Jenny Motto; Wilbroad Edward Muhogora

doi:10.15392/bjrs.v7i1.752

Authors

Wilson Maliyatabu Ngoye Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission(TAEC)
Jenny Motto University of Johannesburg
Wilbroad Edward Muhogora Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15392/bjrs.v7i1.752

Keywords:

radiographers, challenges, optimization, quality services

Abstract

Quality control (QC) programme is vital for quality radiological services at low radiation dose and costs. However, the QC implementation by radiographers in Tanzania is inadequate. This study aimed at investigating the challenges facing the implementation of the QC programme by radiographers in diagnostic radiography units in Tanzania and recommend strategies to mitigate the challenges. The study was conducted on a sample of 84 radiographers who have been trained on the QC programme, and who were practicing in 54 hospitals within Tanzania. Majority of respondents agreed that the lack of standardized test tools (98.8%) and lack of managerial support (51.8%) were hindering the QC programme. Also, the lack of care of equipment by radiographers and lack of motivation were identified. The strategies suggested to improve the programme include more enforcement (63.9%), assistance by the government (44.6%), motivation (33.7%) and improvement of the QC training (32.5%). Also, professional development activities and QC awareness to hospital management teams were suggested. It is crucial that the barriers to the QC programme are addressed and the strategies identified are considered if comprehensive implementation of the QC programme is to be realized.

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Author Biographies

Wilson Maliyatabu Ngoye, Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission(TAEC)

Radiation Health Physics Research Officer
TAEC - DAR ES SALAAM OFFICE
Jenny Motto, University of Johannesburg

Assistant Dean
Faculty of Health Sciences
Doornfontein Campus
Johannesburg
Wilbroad Edward Muhogora, Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission

Principle Radiation Health Physics Research Officer
Directorate of Nuclear Technology
TAEC - ARUSHA HQ OFFICE

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