Radiography Technologist

Role Overview

Radiography Technologist at NMC Healthcare. Responsible for independently or under the supervision of a senior Sonographer or Radiologist performing all Sonography imagery procedures, analysing output for diagnostic evaluation purposes, and reporting to supervisor as needed.

Role Purpose

Perform comprehensive Sonography imaging procedures consistent with education, training, facility protocols, policies, and applicable professional standards. Produce high-quality diagnostic images, evaluate image quality, provide preliminary reports, and maintain safe and competent use of all Ultrasound equipment while ensuring infection control and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Operations

• Perform all Sonography imagery procedures in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and protocols.
• Apply detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology to produce images of high diagnostic quality.
• Acquire additional images as necessary to facilitate optimum diagnostic results for the interpreting physician.
• Evaluate and assess Sonography images produced for acceptable quality, appropriateness and completeness, and advise other staff when required.
• Forward images to Radiologist for review and reporting.
• Apply independent, professional, and ethical judgment in Sonography examinations to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured.
• Perform advanced Sonography services or other tasks delegated by the supervising physician, consistent with education, training, and facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Provide preliminary report of Sonography examination for use by the interpreting physician.
• Recognize anatomy and pathology in cross-sectional imaging to optimize scan protocols and liaise with radiologist to arrange further imaging or tests.
• Operate advanced software on specialist Ultrasound equipment, for example Doppler scan.
• Provide advice to medical and technical staff on appropriate techniques and imagery interventions.
• Deal with patients and clinical staff initial enquiries and relay to clinical staff where necessary.

Equipment and Environment Management

• Maintain responsible and competent use of all Ultrasound equipment, patient appliances and aids used in the department.
• Report any incidents and equipment faults to senior staff in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and tidy working environment, including restocking of supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning.

Records and Systems

• Practice proper entries and records into Hospital Information System.
• Input radiological images onto the Hospital PACS system.

Inventory and Supplies

• Maintain sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment for performance of duties.
• Report shortage of materials to supervisor at earliest convenience and maintain records for ordering and replenishments.

Quality and Safety

• Promote and maintain quality in all services and ensure continuous quality improvement measures are in place.
• Conduct method evaluation and development as per standard policies and procedures.
• Comply with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicable.
• Comply with applicable precautions for environmental safety and infection control, using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross infections.
• Ensure that safety procedures and quality assurance tests are maintained within all sections.
• Comply with and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on these as agreed.
• Communicate in a professional and courteous manner with patients, family and other medical personnel as necessary to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, clarify orders and communicate status.

Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems

• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply with those requirements.
• Notify OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assist with the preparation of risk assessments and incident reports.
• Attend applicable OSH and Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs.
• Comply with reasonable OSH instructions, policies and safe working procedures.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.
• Remain familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Not wilfully or recklessly endanger anyone's health and safety.
• Comply with Waste management procedures and policies and reduce, reuse, and recycle waste as much as possible.
• Participate in OSHMS audits and inspections, ensuring standards are maintained.

Prevention and Control of Infection

• Read and implement the NMC Prevention and Control of Infection Policy and Strategy in an effort to maintain the highest possible standards of cleanliness at all times, thus reducing the risk of infection in patients, staff and visitors.
• Maintain the strictest hand hygiene, practise the 5 moments of hand hygiene, maintain bare below the elbows, and demonstrate environmental care at all times.

Continuous Education and Professional Development

• Participate in education sessions for department staff, doctors and nurses on the safe and secure handling of equipment, including teaching, induction, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations.
• Participate in department programs and committees, various hospital committees, and staff meetings when requested.
• Participate in the orientation and training of new employees.
• Maintain professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or online education sessions.
• Complete and maintain all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established timeframes.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• BSc in Radiography OR graduate from an accredited Diploma Program (not less than 3 year Syllabus).
• Graduate from an accredited Radiography program (not less than 2 years Syllabus), for example The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• Current National License.

Desired Qualifications

• Dedicated courses in specialised Sonography Imaging.

Required Experience

• Not less than 2 years post-graduate experience in ultrasound in an acute care hospital, including Doppler, obstetric and gynecology, and abdominal Sonography.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical skills and demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology and physics.
• Operation of advanced software on specialist Ultrasound equipment.
• Hospital Information System proficiency.
• Hospital PACS system proficiency.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure.
• Fluent spoken and written English; spoken Arabic is advantageous but not essential.
• A supportive and caring disposition.
• Adaptability and good time management skills.
• Confidence in dealing with stressful situations.
• IT competencies.