Sonography Technician - Technologist - Senior

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

• 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

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)