Radiography Technologist

Role Overview

Radiography Technologist at NMC Healthcare, located in the United Arab Emirates. This position performs all Sonography imagery procedures, analyzes output for diagnostic evaluation purposes, and reports to supervisors as needed. Functions are performed consistent with education and training, facility protocols, policies, procedures, and applicable professional standards.

Role Purpose

To independently or under the supervision of a senior Sonographer or Radiologist perform sonography procedures, produce high-quality diagnostic images, evaluate image quality and completeness, and support the interpreting physician in diagnostic assessment.

Key Responsibilities

Imaging Acquisition and Technical Performance

• Perform all Sonography imagery procedures in accordance with departmental policies, procedures, and protocols, applying 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.
• Operate advanced software on specialist Ultrasound equipment, including Doppler scan.
• Recognize anatomy and pathology in cross-sectional imaging to optimize scan protocols and liaise with radiologist to arrange further imaging or tests.
• Perform advanced sonography services or other tasks delegated by the supervising physician, consistent with education, training, and facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Apply independent, professional, and ethical judgment in the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in examination images.

Image Quality and Assessment

• 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.
• Provide preliminary report of sonography examination for use by the interpreting physician.

Equipment and Environment Management

• Ensure safe 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.
• 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.

Patient and Staff Communication

• Deal with patients and clinical staff initial enquiries and relay to clinical staff where necessary.
• 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.
• Provide advice to medical and technical staff on appropriate techniques and imagery interventions.

Systems and Documentation

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

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.

Professional Development and Training

• 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 time frames.

Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems

• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards, procedures, and cooperate with hospital management to meet 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.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Not willfully or recklessly endanger anyone's health and safety.
• Comply with waste management procedures and policies; reduce, reuse, and recycle waste as much as possible.
• Participate in OSHMS audits and inspections, ensuring standards are maintained.

Prevention and Control of Infection

• Understand that Prevention and Control of Infection is everyone's responsibility; read and implement the NMC PCI Policy and Strategy in an effort to maintain the highest possible standards of cleanliness at all times, reducing the risk of infection in patients, staff, and visitors.
• Maintain the strictest hand hygiene, including 5 moments of hand hygiene, bare below the elbows protocols, and environmental care at all times.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• 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), such as The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Professional Licensure

• Current National License.

Experience

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

Additional Qualifications (Desired)

• Dedicated courses in specialized Sonography Imaging.

Skills & Competencies

• Fluent spoken and written English; spoken Arabic is advantageous but not essential.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure.
• A supportive and caring disposition.
• Adaptability and good time management skills.
• Confidence in dealing with stressful situations.
• IT competencies.
• The ability to apply technical skills, together with demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology, and physics.