Radiographer (Females ONLY)

Description

The 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.
Job Functions and Key Accountabilities:

• Assessing patients and their clinical requirements to determine appropriate ultrasound techniques. This includes discussing for patient’s 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 and examinations working with 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 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

Qualification

Females ONLY

Must be willing to work in Al Ain
Education - Bachelor/Diploma in Radiology NLT 3 years.

License - Must be DOH Licensed or DOH passer or DOH exam exempted

Experience

Experience - At least 3 (preferably 5) years related working experience.