Sonographer

PRECIOUS SPECIALIST CENTRE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Singapore seeks a skilled Sonographer to perform ultrasound examinations and ensure high-quality patient care. The role includes collaborating with a medical team, performing quality assurance on equipment, and contributing to quality improvement projects. Candidates are expected to have a relevant qualification, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in English, with additional languages being a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in performing obstetric ultrasound scans.
• Proficiency with computer skills and documentation software.

Responsibilities

• Provide sonography services to patients as per doctor's requests.
• Conduct quality assurance tests on imaging equipment.
• Ensure compliance with radiology safety policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Relevant qualification in Sonography/Radiography

Fetal Medicine Foundation certification

Job description

The sonographer is primarily responsible for day to day performance of Ultrasound examinations according to department standard operating guidelines.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide sonography services to patients as requested by referring physicians or as allowed by statutory regulations and according to acceptable and standards
• Familiarise oneself with the usage and correct handling of the imaging equipment to avoid incorrect usage.
• To conduct necessary quality assurance tests before equipment is used on patients.
• To participate in quality improvement projects that will ensure continuous improvement in quality of work.
• Work closely with nurses and support staff to ensure patient care is met.
• Provide quality customer service to patients.
• Ensure compliance with the radiology safety policy.
• Work closely with Picture Archiving and Communications systems (PACS) administrators to ensure studies are sent and stored in the PACS correctly without errors.
• Other assignments as when required.

Education & Experience

• Relevant qualification in Sonography/ Radiography
• At least 3 years' experience in performing obstetric ultrasound scan.
• To be able to communicate in English. Other languages will be added advantage e.g. Mandarin and Malay or Bahasa.
• Candidate with the experience of Ultrasound, Mammography, Angiography, MRI and/or CT will be an advantage
• Candidate is required to perform shift work and on-call duties, and any other ad-hoc responsibilities as assigned by the Manager
• Good interpersonal skills and caring nature
• Must have Fetal Medicine Foundation certification for first trimester Down's Syndrome screening
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills and software programs used for documentation activities and report generation.