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
  • 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.
  • 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

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
  • 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.
  • 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

 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail