Ultrasonographer

American Hospital

Performs Ultrasound procedures; which include instructing and manipulating patients, selecting techniques and calibrating equipment, to obtain high-quality images.

Schedules patients for Ultrasound examinations if required. Evaluate the nature of critical and emergency procedures and arrange patient priorities to accommodate them in conjunction with Radiologist instructions.

Assists the Technical Director of the Medical Imaging Department with the coordination of the Departmental Quality Improvement and Education Programs.

Participates in staff meetings and unit projects, and implements/evaluates creative approaches to meeting goals

Performs additional duties as specified by the immediate Team Leader.

Performs and monitors safety checks on patients, employees and visitors to comply with the safety regulations in the Ultrasound speciality. Include duties that can be performed independently.

Assists with follow-up of Incidents/Accidents and Patient Complaints as directed by the Chief Of Medical Imaging and Technical Director.

Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of the latest trends in the field of expertise.

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Reviews the request and previous studies before performing the examination.

Cleans, stocks, and check the operation of equipment and accessory devices for safety daily in rostered areas. Clean and tidy rooms at the end of all shifts.

Works closely with the radiologists to cater for all procedural needs and requirements.

Observes all safety measures in the specialized areas.

Performs any additional duties as required, administration duties assist with filing, clerical and scheduling wherever possible as required by the Technical Director.

Performs Ultrasound procedures as required by the Medical Imaging Department, OB/GYN, Abdominal, small parts, Vascular, Neonatal, Musculoskeletal and Interventional procedures.

Performs all requested radiographic examinations according to the departmental guidelines or Radiologist instructions.

Works closely with the Radiologists to cater for all procedural needs and requirements.

Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and arranges patient priorities to accommodate them in conjunction with Radiologist instructions.