Sonographer (Al Rahba Hospital)

Role Overview

Sonographer position at Al Rahba Hospital, part of SEHA, located in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Company Overview

Al Rahba Hospital is part of SEHA (the healthcare network serving the Emirate of Abu Dhabi).

Role Purpose

Perform high-quality ultrasound imaging procedures independently or under supervision, analyze sonographic output, maintain diagnostic standards, and support radiologists in patient care delivery while ensuring equipment safety, compliance, and continuous quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Sonography Procedures

• Perform all sonography imagery procedures independently or under the supervision of a senior sonographer.
• Analyze ultrasound output and report to supervisor as needed.
• Perform all ultrasound imagery procedures in accordance with department policies, procedures and protocols.
• Apply detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology to produce images of high diagnostic quality.
• Perform other related radiography procedures as required.
• Evaluate and assess ultrasound images produced for acceptable quality, appropriateness and completeness, and advise other staff when required.
• Forward images to Radiologist for review and reporting.
• Recognize anatomy and pathology in cross-sectional imaging to optimize scan protocols and liaise with radiologists to arrange further imaging or tests.

Equipment & Environment

• Maintain sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment for performance of duties.
• Report shortage of materials to supervisor at earliest convenience, maintaining records for ordering and replenishments.
• Ensure safe and competent use of all radiology equipment, patient appliances and aids used in the department.
• Report any incidents and equipment faults or deterioration to senior staff in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and tidy working environment, including restocking of supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• 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-infection in conjunction with relevant departments.
• Maintain the strictest confidence in relation to patient information whether formally or informally recorded.
• Practice within the expressed limits of established policies and procedures.
• Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance tests are maintained within all sections.
• Document all interventions in appropriate format.
• Comply with and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on these as agreed.

Patient & Staff Communication

• 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.
• Deal with patients and clinical staff initial enquiries and relay to clinical staff where necessary.
• Provide advice to medical and technical staff on appropriate techniques and imagery interventions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Education & Professional Development

• Participate in education sessions for department staff, doctors and nurses in 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 if requested.
• Participate in the orientation and training of new employees and radiography interns.
• Ensure appropriate internal and external sharing of information based on governing policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or online education units.
• Complete and maintain all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Option A: Not less than 2 years post-graduate experience in ultrasound in an acute care hospital, including Doppler, obstetrics/gynecology and abdominal sonography, of which not less than 2 years' experience as a senior ultrasound radiographer in an acute care hospital.
• Option B: Not less than 4 years post-graduate experience in ultrasound in an acute care hospital, including Doppler, obstetrics/gynecology and abdominal sonography.
• UAE National: Not less than 2 years post-graduate experience in general radiography.

Desired

• Post-graduate Ultrasound Diploma Certificate.