Medical Sonographer (Part-Time) at Alpha Mead Group

• Maintain a high level of clinical expertise in Ultrasound imaging and reporting.
• Select and examine images, search for differences between healthy and pathological areas, and determine if the scope of the exam should be extended based on preliminary findings
• Provide a report based on the ultrasound findings, suggesting a diagnosis or differential diagnosis and advising follow-up where appropriate
• Recognize when the findings require urgent follow-up or referral and take appropriate action. 
• Perform medical procedures, such as administering oxygen, taking vital signs, and giving emergency treatments.
• Ensure housekeeping duties are carried out to ensure electronic systems are kept up to date. 
• Ensure the care and comfort of the patient whilst they are in Ultrasound areas are catered for, respecting their privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs
• Present the sonograms and preliminary findings to Physicians
• Participate and keep records of equipment testing following servicing and installation
• Monitor the performance of the ultrasound equipment and report and act upon all potential and actual faults and hazards ensuring that the appropriate documentation has been completed and filed. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Sonography or other related Basic Medical Science
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Medical Sonographer
• Postgraduate Certification in ultra-sonography is an added advantage
• Strong interpersonal skills to put patients at ease and explain things in easily understandable terms
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients and physicians
• Attention to detail to notice abnormalities in sonograms
• Hand-eye coordination to adjust the movement of the ultrasound transducer based on the images seen on the screen
• Technical and analytical skills to troubleshoot complex diagnostic equipment
• Ability to work well under pressure, sometimes in emergencies, to get a fast diagnosis
• Strong teamwork to interact with the medical team
• Medical knowledge, including a strong understanding of anatomy, to create proper images