Sonography Technician - Technologist -Senior

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) Show more Show less

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

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.