Medical Sonologist at Evercare Hospital

Evercare Hospital - Purpose built as a state of the art private hospital, Evercare Hospital Lekki is a 165 bed hospital, that offers a range of care across a range of specialty medical services. Equipped with Operating Theatres, Dialysis chairs, Emergency Department beds, a Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory, Intensive Care Unit, as well as fully equipped birthing suites.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Sonologist

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Objective

• The objective of this role is to perform ultrasonography and deliver excellent and quality care to patients with utmost respect and courtesy to give a satisfactory customer experience.

Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical:

• Operate sonography equipment to record and produce images of the composition, shape and motion of organs, blood, tissues or bodily masses
• Select the correct equipment settings and adjust to get the best angles and sites
• Scan patient and observe screen to make sure the image is satisfactory and make equipment adjustments as needed
• Prepare patients for exams and observe during procedures to ensure their comfort and safety
• Determine the best images to include in your report, noting differences between pathological and healthy areas
• Follow safety policies as applicable, recognize potential issues and institute measures to prevent complications
• Practice sterile procedures and prevent cross contamination
• Maintain cleanliness and order of workstations, rooms and equipment
• Liaise with HOD and consultant in charge on case management, evaluation and treatment plan
• Document all patient evaluations and investigations and transactions according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Carry out procedures as granted and approved in clinical privilege document
• Deal with patients constructively and honestly and manage their grievances.

Academics:

• Keeping abreast of the latest medical information through continuous medical education, formal education and personal professional development.
• Facilitate and make clinical & non-clinical presentations at hospital clinical meetings as assigned.

Administrative:

• Performing other applicable tasks and duties as assigned by the HOD and Consultant in charge
• Membership of hospital committee as assigned
• Abiding by the hospital rules, protocols and standard practices.

Job Requirements

• MBBS or its equivalent with up to 3 years’ experience in medical and sonography practice
• Diploma/ Certification in Ultrasonography
• Relevant certifications in BLS /ALS/ACLS
• Full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria with valid practice license
• Professional competence
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Resuscitation skills and procedures – Basic and advanced life support
• A ‘cool head’ in emergency situations
• Respect for patients and keeping good relations with colleagues
• Professional and ethical.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.