Echo Technician

1.Perform diagnostic imaging procedures, including X-rays, ultrasounds, and other modalities.
2.Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to interpret and prepare imaging results.
3.Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound examinations on patients, including abdominal, obstetrical, gynaecological, vascular, and other speciality areas as needed.
4.Adhere to hospital policies, protocols, and radiography/sonography standards.
5.Participate in quality improvement initiatives to optimize imaging services.
6.Ensuring clear images for diagnostic purposes and making adjustments to the sonographic equipment when necessary.
7.Monitoring and caring for patients to ensure their safety and comfort during the imaging procedures.
8.Presenting the sonograms and preliminary findings to the Physicians.
9.Completing the appropriate documentation and maintaining patients' histories and medical records.
10.Assisting Physicians and the healthcare teams during invasive procedures.
11.Operate sonography equipment to record and produce images of the composition, shape and motion of organs, blood, tissues or bodily masses
12.Select the correct equipment settings and adjust to get the best angles and sites
13.Scan patient and observe screen to make sure the image is satisfactory and make equipment adjustments as needed
14.Prepare patients for exams and observe during procedures to ensure their comfort and safety
15.Determine the best images to include in your report, noting differences between pathological and healthy areas
16.Follow safety policies as applicable, recognize potential issues and institute measures to prevent complications
17.Practice sterile procedures and prevent cross contamination
18.Maintain cleanliness and order of workstations, rooms and equipment
19.Liaise with HOD and consultant in charge on case management, evaluation and treatment plan.
20.Carry out procedures as granted and approved in clinical privilege document.
21.Deal with patients constructively and honestly and manage their grievances.
22.Keeping abreast of the latest medical information through continuous medical education, formal education and personal professional development.
23.Facilitate and make clinical & non-clinical presentations at hospital clinical meetings as assigned.
24.Performing other applicable tasks and duties as assigned by the HOD and Consultant in charge.