Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures, including X-rays, ultrasounds, and other modalities.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to interpret and prepare imaging results.
• Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound examinations on patients, including abdominal, obstetrical, gynaecological, vascular, and other speciality areas as needed.
• Adhere to hospital policies, protocols, and radiography/sonography standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to optimize imaging services.
• Ensuring clear images for diagnostic purposes and making adjustments to the sonographic equipment when necessary.
• Monitoring and caring for patients to ensure their safety and comfort during the imaging procedures.
• Presenting the sonograms and preliminary findings to the Physicians.
• Completing the appropriate documentation and maintaining patients\’ histories and medical records.
• Assisting Physicians and the healthcare teams during invasive procedures.
• Operate sonography equipment to record and produce images of the composition, shape and motion of organs, blood, tissues or bodily masses
• Select the correct equipment settings and adjust to get the best angles and sites
• Scan patient and observe screen to make sure the image is satisfactory and make equipment adjustments as needed
• Prepare patients for exams and observe during procedures to ensure their comfort and safety
• Determine the best images to include in your report, noting differences between pathological and healthy areas
• Follow safety policies as applicable, recognize potential issues and institute measures to prevent complications
• Practice sterile procedures and prevent cross contamination
• Maintain cleanliness and order of workstations, rooms and equipment
• Liaise with HOD and consultant in charge on case management, evaluation and treatment plan.
• Carry out procedures as granted and approved in clinical privilege document.
• Deal with patients constructively and honestly and manage their grievances.
• Keeping abreast of the latest medical information through continuous medical education, formal education and personal professional development.
• Facilitate and make clinical & non-clinical presentations at hospital clinical meetings as assigned.
• Performing other applicable tasks and duties as assigned by the HOD and Consultant in charge.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor\’s degree in Physiology, Diagnostic Medical Sonography or a related field.
• MBBS or its equivalent with up to 2 years’ experience in medical and sonography practice.
• Diploma / Certification in Ultrasonography.
• Relevant certifications in BLS /ALS/ACLS.
• Valid licensure as a sonographer.
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of sonography principles, techniques, and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient care skills.
• Proficiency in digital imaging software and technology.
• Advanced certification in sonography (e.g., RDMS, RDCS, RT(R)).
• Experience with picture archiving and communication systems (PACS).
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies.
• Professional competence.
• Resuscitation skills and procedures – Basic and advanced life support.
• A ‘cool head’ in emergency situations.
• Respect for patients and keeping good relations with colleagues.
• Proficiency in medical record documentation.
• Computer literacy, including familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Experience working in a diagnostic imaging setting is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

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