Ultrasonographer

Overview

• Performs all requested Ultrasound examinations by the American Hospital Dubai and Medical Imaging Departmental guidelines.
• 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 ( POCT for clinical staff Include duties that must be performed under supervision and clearly define which supervision ).
• 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 ( e.g. Ultrasound safety screening form ).
• Performs any additional duties as required, administration duties assist with filing, clerical and scheduling wherever possible as required by the Technical Director.
• 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 and monitors safety checks on patients, employees and visitors to comply with the safety regulations in the suite.
• Assists with follow-up of Incidents/Accidents and Patient Complaints as directed by the Chief Of Medical Imaging and Technical Director.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and hygienic – by disinfecting machines and accessories regularly – keeping food and drinks away from work areas – personal items out of sight.
• 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.
• Reviews the request and previous studies before performing the examination.
• Works closely with the Radiologists to cater for all procedural needs and requirements.
• Schedules patients for Ultrasound examinations if required.
• Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and arranges patient priorities to accommodate them in conjunction with Radiologist instructions.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.