Job Description

Description

Job Purpose:

Performs ultrasound examination and assists the radiology in doing special and interventional procedures in ultrasound.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Performs ultrasound examinations including ultrasonography of the abdomen, pelvis, obstetric and breast.
• Submits the images to the radiologist for discussion and reporting.
• Calls the radiologist for consultation during the examination in difficult cases.
• Responsible for correct identification of patients and site of examination.
• Explains the procedure and instructs the patient in assuming physical position for examination.
• Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to the organ to be examined.
• Keys patient information into ultrasound equipment to maintain record of images.
• Records the images on the machine and transfer it to PACS.
• Responsible for recording the details of the patient to the logbook.
• Keeps ultrasound rooms in a neat and orderly appearance at all times.
• Assists radiologist in performing special procedures such as biopsy or drainage.
• Maintains knowledge in all sterile techniques and nursing procedures necessary in the area of ultrasound.
• Responsible for knowing all the hospital rules and necessary procedures and handling an emergency situation.
• Educates patients and their families about health conditions, treatments and preventative measures if applicable.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job.
  

All Fakeeh Care employees are responsible for continuous improvement, including:

• Performing all duties and tasks in a manner that supports Fakeeh’s Person-Centered care values.
• Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, within the scope of the role.
• Adherence to safety protocols and proactively seeking to address any job-related safety concerns.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all sensitive information accessed or encountered during work.
• Complying with cybersecurity policies and standards to protect Fakeeh’s systems and participating in awareness training and initiatives to prevent cyber threats.
• Adhering to and upholding Fakeeh Care’s code of conduct, policies and ethical standards.
• Completion of mandatory education as per the requirement, at least one month prior to expiration.
  

Requirements

Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to clearly communicate with patients and their families, physicians and non-medical staff.

Experience

Must be in continuous good ultrasonography practice and should hold at least 2 years post-diploma experience

Education

Appropriate radiographic / technological diploma / Bachelor degree with special training in ultrasonography

Language

Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic is preferable

Licenses / Certifications

License for practice as per the regional health regulatory authority e.g. (SCFHS / DHA)