Radio Sonographer

Job Requirements

Diploma in Medical Imaging from a recognized institution.
Valid and up to date registration license by the Radiation Protection Board.
At least 2 years working experince in a busy hospital.
Keen on detail with a high degree of accuracy.
Good team player.
Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

He or she should observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
He or she should observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure safety and comfort.
He or she should decide which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas.
He or she should provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physicians.
He or she should operate ultra-sound and x-ray machines to produce and record the required details of the examination.
He or she should obtain and record accurate patient’s history, including prior test results and information from physical examinations.
He or she should prepare patient for examination by explaining procedures, transferring them to the ultrasound or x-ray room and positioning them.
He or she should coordinate work with physicians and other healthcare team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures.
He or she should clean, check and maintain sonographic/radiographic equipments, submitting maintenance requests and reporting minor repairs to the management where necessary.
He or she should load and unload film cassettes used to record images from procedures.