Medical Diagnostic jobs in Dubai

Key Responsibilities

Corresponding Key Activities performed by the role

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.
    

Quality and Safety

• Promoting and maintaining quality in all services and ensure continuous quality improvement measures are in place. Conduct method evaluation/ development as per standard policies and procedures

  • Complying with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicable

  • Complying with applicable precautions for environmental safety, infection control, using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross infections

  • Ensuring that safety procedures and quality assurance tests are maintained within all sections

  • Comply and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on these as agreed

  • Communicating 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.
    

Continuous Education

• Participating in education sessions for department staff, doctors and nurses on the safe and secure handling of equipment, i.e teaching, induction, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations

  • Participating in department programs/ committees, various hospital committees, and staff meeting (when requested)

  • Participating in the orientation and training of new employees

  • Maintaining professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or on-line education sessions

  • Completing and maintaining all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames.

  • The ability to apply technical skills, together with a demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology and physics;
    

Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems

• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements
  • Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports
  • Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs

  • Comply with reasonable OSH instructions, policies and safe working procedures

  • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.

  • Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures

  • Not wilfully or recklessly endanger anyone’s health and safety

  • Comply with Waste management procedures and policies. Reduce, Reuse, Recycling of waste as much as possible

  • Attend all OSH Trainings, awareness programs and mock drills.

  • Participates in the OSHMS audits, inspections, ensuring standards are maintained
    

Prevention and Control of Infection (PCI):

• PCI is everyone’s responsibility. All staff are required to read and implement the NMC PCI Policy and Strategy in an effort to maintain the highest possible standards of cleanliness at all times, thus reducing the risk of infection in patients, staff and visitors.

  • The strictest hand hygiene, 5 moments of hand hygiene, bare below the elbows and environmental care, will be expected of all staff, including the post holder, at all times

Key Responsibilities

Corresponding Key Activities performed by the role

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.
    

Quality and Safety

• Promoting and maintaining quality in all services and ensure continuous quality improvement measures are in place. Conduct method evaluation/ development as per standard policies and procedures

  • Complying with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicable

  • Complying with applicable precautions for environmental safety, infection control, using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross infections

  • Ensuring that safety procedures and quality assurance tests are maintained within all sections

  • Comply and support clinical audit processes within the service and report on these as agreed

  • Communicating 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.
    

Continuous Education

• Participating in education sessions for department staff, doctors and nurses on the safe and secure handling of equipment, i.e teaching, induction, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations

  • Participating in department programs/ committees, various hospital committees, and staff meeting (when requested)

  • Participating in the orientation and training of new employees

  • Maintaining professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or on-line education sessions

  • Completing and maintaining all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames.

  • The ability to apply technical skills, together with a demonstrable knowledge of and interest in sciences, such as anatomy, physiology and physics;
    

Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems

• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements
  • Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports
  • Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs

  • Comply with reasonable OSH instructions, policies and safe working procedures

  • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.

  • Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures

  • Not wilfully or recklessly endanger anyone’s health and safety

  • Comply with Waste management procedures and policies. Reduce, Reuse, Recycling of waste as much as possible

  • Attend all OSH Trainings, awareness programs and mock drills.

  • Participates in the OSHMS audits, inspections, ensuring standards are maintained
    

Prevention and Control of Infection (PCI):

• PCI is everyone’s responsibility. All staff are required to read and implement the NMC PCI Policy and Strategy in an effort to maintain the highest possible standards of cleanliness at all times, thus reducing the risk of infection in patients, staff and visitors.

  • The strictest hand hygiene, 5 moments of hand hygiene, bare below the elbows and environmental care, will be expected of all staff, including the post holder, at all times

Qualification, Licensure, Experience and Special Skills:

Qualifications & licensure

Required:

Desired:

• Dedicated courses in specialised Sonography Imaging is preferred
  

Experience required in addition to the Qualifications mentioned above

Required:

• NLT 2 years post graduate experience in ultrasound in an acute care hospital. Including Doppler, obstetric/ gynecology and abdominal sonography.
  

Specialist Certification

Required: NA

Desired: NA

Additional requirements

• Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure;
  • Fluent spoken and written English. Spoken Arabic is advantageous but not essential.
  • A supportive and caring disposition;
  • Adaptability and good time management skills;
  • Confidence in dealing with stressful situations;

  • IT competencies.
    

Remarks

( add department specific requirements if any)

Competencies

Core

Level

Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving

Proficient

Effective Communication

Proficient

Collaborative Teamwork

Proficient

Change Enabling

Proficient

Ethics and Integrity

Proficient

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk moderate distances, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to physically bear difficult working conditions. Must observe contact precautions, working hours significantly beyond regular schedule; over time and on-call as needed by the department