Sonographer-Ultrasound

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SSMC in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Sonography Specialist to perform diagnostic ultrasound and fetal imaging in prenatal and other clinical settings.

The role requires post-graduate experience in an acute care hospital, and appropriate national licensure. You will collaborate with radiologists, maintain equipment, and ensure patient safety while delivering high-quality imaging services.

Qualifications

• NLT 2 years post-graduate experience in an acute care hospital.
• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Ultrasound or Sonography (min three years)
• Registration/certification as radiographer/Sonographer
• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited Radiography/Radiology program

Responsibilities

• Maintains adequate inventory of materials and equipment for duties
• Facilitates cross-sectional imaging and liaises with radiologists to arrange further imaging
• Ensures safe/competent use of radiology equipment and reports faults
• Operates advanced software for image reconstructions and dynamic imaging
• Maintains a clean, restocked work environment

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient interaction

Radiology safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Ultrasound or Sonography

Associate Degree in Sonography

Registration/certification as radiographer/Sonographer

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Radiography/Radiology

Job description

SSMC is the largest tertiary hospital in the UAE and serves to elevate the provision of health care services in the nation under the mandate of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.

Supported by the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities available, SSMC offers care in 44 specialties. A team of locally and internationally trained medical, clinical and admin professionals work seamlessly together, which promotes comprehensive interdisciplinary learning, allowing SSMC to become a leading hub for integrated patient-centric medical services in the region.

As the region’s leading tertiary facility, SSMC has 742 patient beds, 18 operating theatres, and includes a hybrid operating room, 26-bed neonatal intensive care unit, and the UAE’s largest pathology lab.

Job Description

Job Description

Responsible to perform all sonography imagery procedures, analyse the output and reporting to supervisor as needed. The role holder will be responsible to work directly with patients and using sonographic equipment to record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, and bodily masses as well as looking at unborn fetuses in prenatal care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment for the performance of duties
• Facilitates anatomy and pathology in cross-sectional imaging to optimize scan protocols, and liaises with radiologists to arrange further imaging or tests
• Maintains safe and competent use of all radiology equipment, patient appliances and aids used in the department. Reporting any incidents and equipment faults or deterioration to senior staff in a timely manner.
• Operates advanced software on specialist radiological equipment e.g. Image reconstructions, quantifications and dynamic imaging
• Maintains a clean and tidy working environment. Including restocking of supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning
• Maintains a clean and tidy working environment. Including restocking of supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning

Accountabilities

• Ensures clear images for diagnostic purposes and makes adjustments to the sonographic equipment when necessary
• Monitors and develops as necessary quality improvement indicators to ensure continuous quality improvement & compliance with patient care standards.
• Performs medical procedures are all done with accuracy, administers oxygen, takes vital signs, and gives emergency treatments as per requirement

Qualifications

Experience :-

Required:

• NLT 2 years post-graduate experience in primary degree in an acute care hospital.

Desired:

• N.A.

Educational Qualification: Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Ultrasound or Sonography (minimum three (3) years course duration)
• Associate Degree in Sonography (minimum two (2) years course duration)
• Registration/certification or accreditation as radiographer/Sonographer
• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited institution in Radiography /Radiology

SSSM COMPLIANCE GUIDELINES

Corresponding Activities performed by the role

Complying with Policies, Procedures, and Practices of the SSMC facilities and other regulatory requirements :

• Complying consistently with facility policies, procedures, and practices and ensuring alignment with SSMC facilities policies
• Completing and maintaining regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames

Maintaining Confidentiality :

• Maintaining confidentiality with regards to any information exchanged or received in the current capacity of role in accordance with facility policy

Promoting Customer Service standards

• Assuming the role of a brand ambassador for the facility and promoting a customerfocused philosophy in dealing with any stakeholders
• Maintaining positive and effective working relationships within the department/division and also with other departments/sections within the facility
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned relevant to the basic responsibilities of the role

Adhering to the Occupational Health and Safety, Materials Management, and Maintenance standards

• Adhering to requirements of the Occupational Health and safety guidelines and infection control guidelines
• Understanding and adhering to emergency preparedness plans/policies

Ensuring Personal Effectiveness

• Recognizing the necessity of continuously developing skills and acquiring additional knowledge appropriate to the position
• Dressing appropriately to meet the expectations of the specific work area and in alignment with the Occupational Health and Safety policies
• Building key partnerships within the organization for pursuing client-centered, comprehensive, integrated systems of care
• Complying with any regulations related to mentoring, training and development of UAE nationals staff

Technology or Medical Imaging (minimum three (3) years course duration)

And

• Post-primary Certificate or Diploma degree (minimum twelve (12) months course duration) in Diagnostic Ultrasound
• AND Current National License

Desired:

• Master's in Medical Imaging or relevant clinical Msc in a related field. (will reduce 1 year from the required years of experience)

Additional Information

We embrace diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be