Echocardiographer

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb invites an experienced echocardiographer to perform comprehensive cardiovascular imaging and related assessments in Abu Dhabi. You will prepare patients, explain procedures, and collaborate with physicians to ensure accurate diagnoses.

Required qualifications include DOH/DHA license or DOH pass, a Bachelor's/Diploma in cardiac echocardiography, and 3–4 years hospital experience. Fluency in English is essential; Arabic is a plus. Valid BLS/ACLS certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluent in spoken and written English; Arabic language desirable
• Bachelor's or Diploma in cardiac echocardiography is required
• Min 3-4 years of experience as echocardiographer in a hospital facility
• Valid DOH/DHA license or DOH pass as echocardiographer
• Valid home country license and registration as echocardiographer
• BLS and ACLS certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations as listed
• Prepare patient for echocardiography procedures and assist during procedures
• Explain procedures to patients and address concerns
• Provide images and data to physicians for interpretation
• Maintain patient documentation and ensure OSH compliance
• Troubleshoot equipment and report malfunctions to engineering/supervisory staff

Skills

English fluency

Team player

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in cardiac echocardiography

Job description

• Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations which may include exercise tolerance tests, Holter monitoring, event recorders, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography.

• Obtains patient history, explains procedures to patient, addresses patients’ concerns, and follows established pre-screening policy and procedure.

• Determines appropriate methodology and techniques to use; arranges immobilization and/or support devices for proper patient positioning; selects appropriate imaging device.

• Prepares patient for echocardiography procedures, positions patient as appropriate for prescribed procedure, and assists patients at completion of procedure.

• Uses good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses, or if additional imaging procedures are needed.

• Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation.

• Prepares facilities in accordance with procedural requirements; calibrates equipment as required.

• Monitors the patient’s physical condition during the course of the procedure; report patient change of status or emergency situations to clinical staff, supervisor and/or cardiologist.

• Recognize abnormal rhythms and immediately notify Physician or appropriate clinical staff.

• Maintain accurate patient documentation, including computerized documentation

• Performs general office duties: maintains stock supplies, assists administrators in determining quantities for purchase, records procedure codes for billing purposes, and scheduling patients.

• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

• Troubleshoot equipment and document errors or equipment malfunctions; escalates issues and concerns to engineer, supervisor, and/or cardiologist.

• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements

• Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities

• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures

• Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports

• Comply with Waste management procedures and policies

• Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs

• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems

Desired Candidate Profile

• Valid DOH/DHA License or DOH Pass result as Echocardiographer to work in Abu Dhabi.

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in cardiac echocardiography.

• Min 3-4 years of experience. as Echocardiographer in a hospital facility.

• Valid home country license and registration as Echocardiographer.

• Fluent in spoken and written English, Arabic language is desirable, but not essential.

• Demonstrate the ability to work in cordial conditions within a group practice in a hospital setting and as a member of a team.

• Valid Basic Life Support Provider Certification.

• Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.