Job Description – Sonographer

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including:
  • Abdominal ultrasound
  • Pelvic ultrasound
  • Obstetric ultrasound
  • Gynecological ultrasound
  • Breast ultrasound
  • Small parts ultrasound (thyroid, scrotum, soft tissue)
  • Musculoskeletal ultrasound
  • Vascular Doppler studies
  • Renal and urinary tract ultrasound
• Assess patients prior to examinations and obtain relevant clinical history.
• Position patients appropriately to obtain optimal diagnostic images.
• Optimize ultrasound machine settings to produce high-quality images.
• Recognize normal and abnormal sonographic findings and ensure appropriate image acquisition for interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Assist physicians during ultrasound-guided procedures such as biopsies, aspirations, and drainages, where applicable.

Patient Care

• Explain examination procedures and obtain informed consent where required.
• Ensure patient comfort, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality throughout the examination.
• Monitor patients during procedures and respond appropriately to any adverse events.
• Provide clear post-procedure instructions when necessary.

Equipment & Quality Assurance

• Operate, maintain, and perform routine quality checks on ultrasound equipment.
• Report equipment malfunctions to the Biomedical Engineering Department.
• Ensure ultrasound rooms are clean, organized, and adequately stocked with supplies.
• Participate in equipment quality assurance and preventive maintenance programs.

Documentation

• Accurately document examination details in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Ensure all diagnostic images are correctly stored in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
• Maintain patient records in accordance with hospital policies and DHA regulations.

Infection Prevention & Safety

• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and standard precautions.
• Clean and disinfect ultrasound probes and equipment according to hospital protocols.
• Ensure compliance with patient identification, safety, and confidentiality standards.
• Report incidents, equipment issues, and safety concerns promptly.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with Radiologists, Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Surgeons, Emergency Physicians, Cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and workflow with nursing and administrative teams.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions when required.

Quality & Professional Development

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, departmental audits, and accreditation activities.
• Maintain professional competency through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Medical Education (CME).
• Attend mandatory training programs, including infection control, patient safety, and emergency preparedness.
• Stay updated with advances in ultrasound technology and imaging techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Imaging, or a related healthcare field from a recognized institution.
• Valid Dubai Health Authority (DHA) License or DHA Eligibility Letter as a Sonographer.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Experience

• Minimum 2–3 years of post-qualification experience as a Sonographer in a hospital or diagnostic imaging center.
• Experience in general ultrasound, obstetric and gynecological imaging, and Doppler studies is preferred.
• Previous experience in a DHA-licensed healthcare facility is an advantage.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency in performing a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
• Strong knowledge of ultrasound anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Ability to operate ultrasound equipment and optimize image quality.
• Familiarity with PACS, RIS, and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of DHA regulations, radiation safety principles (where applicable), and healthcare quality standards.

Key Competencies

• Technical Competence in Diagnostic Ultrasound
• Patient-Centered Care
• Clinical Judgment
• Attention to Detail
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Professionalism and Ethics
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Commitment to Quality and Patient Safety

Working Conditions

• Hospital Radiology Department, Diagnostic Imaging Center, Outpatient Clinics, and Emergency Department.
• Rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays, as required by operational needs.
• May assist with emergency and bedside ultrasound examinations.
• Compliance with infection prevention, occupational health, and hospital safety standards.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Image quality and diagnostic adequacy.
• Patient satisfaction scores.
• Accuracy and timeliness of examination documentation.
• Compliance with DHA regulations and hospital policies.
• Equipment maintenance and quality assurance compliance.
• Productivity targets (number of examinations performed).
• Participation in quality improvement initiatives and CPD/CME activities.
• Adherence to infection prevention, patient safety, and clinical governance standards.