Ultrasonographer I

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Ultrasonographer I would be required to:

• Performs various ultrasound procedures and examinations on patients and process results from these procedures
• Ensures that the ultrasound room is prepared for daily examinations and conducts necessary quality assurance tests
• Registers patients and manages patient flow and work schedules
• Ensures that the patients are properly prepared and fully aware of the processes involved in the examination
• Utilizes ultrasound equipment prudently for performing examinations
• Maintains proper standard of performance according to regulations and guidelines
• Records studies for radiological interpretation
• Prepares technical reports for presentation to the reporting Radiologist
• Resolves queries from various departments, wards and patients
• Assists in the training of Interns
• Performs related work as may be required by the approved Authority

KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Well-developed knowledge of Ultrasound procedures, techniques, practices and principles
• Working knowledge of the institutional regulatory and government framework in which the above functions are performed
• Sound comprehension, analytic ability, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to persuade peers, supervisors and subordinates to follow the desired courses of action

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Training as evidenced by a Bachelors in Radiography/Radiation Sciences or related Science AND University Degree/Associate Degree/Advanced Diploma in Ultrasound from a recognized University
• Registration with Radiographers' Board of Trinidad and Tobago
• Any equivalent combination of training or experience

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Students

COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIP

Internal:

• Radiographer III
• Ultrasonographer II
• Radiologists
• Manager-Para Clinical Services
• Diagnostic Imaging staff
• Other members of the Radiology Department

External:

• Public
• Other Regional Health Authorities