Ultrasonographer, Ultrasound at Aga Khan University Hospital

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aga Khan University Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan and Nairobi, Kenya are private, not-for-profit institutions providing high quality health care. The Main Hospitals serve as the principal sites for clinical training for the University’s Medical Colleges and Schools of Nursing and Midwifery in Pakistan and East Africa. Our Vision of Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is to be the premier, tertiary, teaching and referral health care facility in sub-Saharan Africa. ​For over fifty years, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH) has been taking care of families in East Africa. As a private, not-for-profit hospital, we strive to provide access to quality healthcare to all who need it. At AKUH, patients are our first priority. Our team of medical professionals, faculty and staff are here to provide you and your loved ones with the highest standards of healthcare. We are committed to working together to ensure that you and your family receive outstanding medical services, first-rate facilities and compassionate care.Responsibilities: Conduct effective ultrasound procedures within the approved policies and proceduresEnsure adequate and correct procedure information is given to patients beforehandEnsure safety of patients and machines through adequate preparation of patientsMonitor the patients’ condition all through the procedureAssess patients for risk of fall and implement safety measuresDocument and report all the faults on the machines to recommended authoritiesOversee maintenance services and ensure that machines are handed over in a good working condition after the serviceImplement all relevant quality standards in Ultrasound section and ensure complianceObserve stipulated guidelines when handling infectious patients e.g., use of masks Requirements: Higher Diploma in medical imaging sciences (Ultrasound)Diploma in medical imaging sciences.Registration with Radiation Protection Board of KenyaMinimum of 1-year work experience in an ultrasound related positionExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsGood customer service skills