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.
- 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 ONLYMust 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.
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