Sonographer (Females Only)

Kanad Hospital; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanad Hospital in Abu Dhabi seeks a female obstetrics sonography specialist to perform maternity ultrasound and radiographic duties for in-patients and out-patients. The role includes portable imaging, archiving films, and ensuring patient comfort and safety in a busy hospital setting.

The candidate must hold a DOH license or be DOH exam exempt and have 3–5 years of relevant experience, with a Bachelor in Ultrasound or Radiology. Excellent customer service and professional conduct are essential.

Qualifications

• Females ONLY with Obstetrics Sonography experience.
• Bachelor in Ultrasound (Sonography) or Radiology (minimum 3 years).
• DOH license or DOH exam exemption required.
• At least 3 years of related working experience (preferably 5).

Responsibilities

• Take all out-patient and in-patient x-rays and sonograms, including portable exams.
• Archive radiographs if required and ensure accurate documentation.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and visitors, maintaining professional conduct.
• Perform ultrasound examinations and determine appropriate techniques with obstetricians.
• Ensure radiation safety and monitor equipment for faults.
• Supervise and train junior staff and students where appropriate.

Skills

Obstetrics Sonography

Ultrasound Imaging

Radiation Safety

Patient Care

Education

Bachelor in Ultrasound (Sonography)

Radiology

Job description

Job Functions and Key Accountabilities

• The MFM Radiographer Sonographer is responsible for taking all out-patient and in-patient x-rays and sonograms including portable x-rays and assisting in radiological procedures.
• This person is also responsible for the archiving of films if required.
• Is always expected to be well dressed, well groomed and provide an excellent customer service delivery to all visitors coming to the hospital lobby area such as patients, relatives, job candidates and Oasis Hospital staff members and responsible for providing all the services in an effective and efficient manner.
• Is expected to conduct and behave in a professional and respectful manner at all times.
• Assessing patients and their clinical requirements to determine appropriate ultrasound techniques.
• This includes discussing for patients with the Obstetrician to determine any extra required examinations.
• Performing ultrasound examinations on patients to produce high-quality images.
• Observing and maintaining contact with patients during their waiting examination and post-examination stay in the department.
• Taking responsibility for radiation electrical safety in your work area including checking equipment for malfunctions errors.
• Managing referrals to ensure patients receive a radiation dose ultrasound dose as low as reasonably possible and safely supervising visiting staff and patients in radiation work areas.
• Assisting in more complex radiological examinations working with Maternal Fetal Medicine and Obstetricians including Amniocentesis Chorionic Villus Sampling Fetal fluid aspiration shunt placement and Fetal Blood Sampling Transfusion.
• Providing support and reassurance to patients taking into account their physical and psychological needs.
• Paying close attention to detail such as annotating images correctly if annotation is required to prevent errors and completing documentation quickly and accurately.
• Supervising assistant practitioners, students and other staff and delivering appropriate education and training.
• Understanding and observing health and safety at work and welfare issues including ionizing radiation regulations to protect yourself and others.
• Use the Obstetrics Electronic medical records system to capture patient data and report ultrasound findings and print the final reports after validation by the supervising MFM Obstetrician.

Clinical Competencies

• Develop and maintain high standards of competency in skills, knowledge, acquired attitudes and behavior and shall work within current legislative and employers frameworks.
• Actively engage in learning in a constant process of development through the integration of Continuing Professional Development in your day to day practice.
• CME is a requirement for Renewal of DOH License.

Requirements

• Females ONLY with Obstetrics Sonography experience.
• Education - Bachelor in Ultrasound (Sonography)/Radiology NLT 3 years.
• License - Must be DOH licensed or DOH passer or DOH exam exempted.
• Experience - At least 3 (preferably 5) years related working experience.