Sonographer

Managerial

• Maintaining sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment for performance of duties

  • Reporting shortage of materials to supervisor at earliest convenience, maintaining records for ordering and replenishments

Technical

• Performing 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

  • As necessary, acquire additional images to facilitate optimum diagnostic results for the interpreting physician 

  • Evaluating and assessing Sonography images produced for acceptable quality, appropriateness and completeness, and advising other staff when required. Forwards images for Radiologist for review and reporting 

  • Apply independent, professional, and ethical judgment in the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images.

  • Perform advanced sonography  services or other tasks  delegated by the supervising physician, consistent with education, training, and facility protocols, policies, and procedures.

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

  • Recognizing anatomy and pathology in cross sectional imaging to optimize scan protocols, and liaise with radiologist to arrange further imaging or tests.

  • Responsible for the safe and competent use of all Ultrasound equipment, patient appliances and aids used in the department. Reporting any incidents and equipment faults to senior staff in a timely manner. 

  • Operating advanced software on specialist Ultrasound equipment e.g. doppler scan

  • Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment. Including restocking of supplies for subsequent use and equipment cleaning. 

  • Providing advice to medical/ technical staff on appropriate techniques and imagery interventions. 

  • Dealing with patients and clinical staff initial enquiries and to relay to clinical staff where necessary

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