وصف الوظيفة
Role Overview
Metabolic Health seeks a DHA-licensed Sonographer to join the clinical team at one of two locations: 268 Al Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 1, or Grove Mall, Al Barsha 2, Dubai, UAE. The role delivers high-quality ultrasound imaging and diagnostic assessments in a progressive, technology-driven, multidisciplinary healthcare setting.
Role Purpose
Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and related assessments in alignment with clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and patient-centered care standards. Support physicians across radiology, endocrinology, cardiology, and internal medicine in diagnostic decision-making within a structured, multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
Ultrasound Imaging Services
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations including abdominal ultrasound, thyroid and neck ultrasound, liver ultrasound and elastography, FibroTouch/liver stiffness assessments, vascular Doppler studies (carotid, peripheral, venous), small parts (testicular, soft tissue), and musculoskeletal ultrasound if credentialed.
- Ensure accurate image acquisition and optimization.
- Position patients properly and prepare them for examination.
- Document measurements and technical findings clearly.
- Upload images and data into the EMR/PACS system in a timely manner.
Clinical Collaboration
- Work closely with physicians in radiology, endocrinology, cardiology, and internal medicine to support diagnostic decision-making.
- Escalate urgent or abnormal findings according to clinic protocol.
- Support structured reporting workflows under radiologist supervision where applicable.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions when required.
Patient Care & Experience
- Explain procedures clearly and ensure patient comfort and dignity at all times.
- Maintain a patient-centered and empathetic approach, particularly for chronic disease patients.
- Ensure privacy and confidentiality in accordance with UAE healthcare regulations.
Equipment & Quality Assurance
- Ensure ultrasound and FibroTouch equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operated safely.
- Follow infection control and safety standards at all times.
- Participate in quality assurance initiatives and internal audits.
- Assist in protocol development as imaging services expand.
Training & Professional Development
- Maintain valid certifications and mandatory trainings including BLS.
- Participate in continuous professional development.
- Support onboarding and mentoring of junior staff if required.
- Engage in training related to AI-supported imaging tools where implemented.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent.
- Valid professional license from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) as a Sonographer, or eligibility to obtain DHA license.
- Minimum 2–4 years of clinical ultrasound experience.
- Strong experience in abdominal and thyroid ultrasound.
- Preferred: Experience in liver elastography and/or FibroTouch.
- Preferred: Experience in vascular Doppler studies.
- Preferred: Experience in specialty clinics in endocrinology, metabolic health, or cardiology.
- Preferred: Exposure to integrated or multidisciplinary healthcare settings.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong technical ultrasound skills and image optimization expertise.
- High attention to detail and clinical accuracy.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with physicians.
- Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving clinical environment.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.