Ultrasonographer

JOB SUMMARY

Requirements:Diploma/ Degree in Medical Imaging Science / Radiography from a recognized institution.Training in the field of Ultrasound Imaging.A valid Basic Life Support Certificate.A minimum of 3 Years of working experience in an Ultrasound related position.Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills.Must possess good customer care skills.Must be a good team player with good leadership skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducting ultrasound imaging procedures as per approved protocolsCorrectly identifying patient before procedure as per the patient identification guidelines.Correctly interpreting the Request Form.Explaining the procedure to the patient beforehand.Assisting patients to get the examination table safely.Conducting ultrasound procedures.Consulting with the radiologist in case of doubt in any procedure.Ensuring all consumables for selected procedures are available.Monitoring patients' condition at all times during the procedure.Ensuring the patient is on sight throughout the procedure.Ensuring patient preparation for the procedure.Giving instructions to reception staff on patient preparation.Sending all images to PACSEquipment ManagementDocumenting and reporting of equipment faults as well as ensuring immediate reporting and documentation of any machine breakdown.Ensuring proper machine startup.Ensuring machines are clean at all times.Supervising machine maintenance/ repair services.Patient and Staff SafetyAssessing patients for risk of fall and implementing safety measures.Always closing doors during the procedures.Quality InitiativesTaking part in all mandatory quality training both hospital-wide and departmental related.Implementing all relevant quality standards in Ultrasound Section.Compliance with infection control measuresEnsuring adequate supply of hand washing soaps and hand sanitizing gels and dispensers.Ensuring hands are washed/ sanitized before and after every procedure.Observing stipulated guidelines when handling infectious patients e.g. use masks, etc.Reporting ImagesReporting images promptly and informing radiologist of panic/ urgent reports.Ensuring that all images are available in PACS as well as sending all images to PACS.Training of Sonographers/ ResidentsConducting orientation of residents and new sonographers when needed.Performance Management/ Supervision of Ultrasound Imaging ServicesAllocating duties to staff.Trouble shooting and resolving any basic issues in Ultrasound.Ensuring exams requested is done on the same day.Guiding the receptionist on bookings as well as planning with staff on leave schedules.Reporting any issues that require attention to the Chief Technologist.Communicating any information/ feedback from the Chief Tech/ Section Heads to the staff.Being involved in ultrasound policies and guidelines reviews.Ensuring all staff comply with relevant quality initiatives in the sectionEmbrace modern technology, techniques and skills in providing ultrasound procedures.Undergo training on any new technologies that are started in the ultrasound section, be it new machines, software etc.Performance management and supervision of ultrasound services.Participating in departmental goals and objectives setting.Allocating duties to staff.Conducting performance appraisal.Trouble shooting and resolving any basic issues in ultrasound.Ensuring exams requested is done on the same day.Guiding front office receptionist on bookings.Planning with staff on leave schedules.Reporting any issues that require attention to the Chief Technologist and/ or Manager.Communicating any information/ feedback from the Chief Tech/ Section/ Manager to the staff.Perform other duties as may be assigned.Participating in all team efforts as departmental needs arise.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Gynecology, Nursing, Patient care, Medicine

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree