Sonographer NGO Jobs – Medical Teams International (MTI)
About the Organization
In our broken world, so many people are suffering. They are pushed to the margins and forgotten. Men, women and children are persecuted and left without homes. They are hurting, sick and in crisis.
God calls us to love the vulnerable, to dare to love like Jesus. He uses us to provide people in crisis with protection and care.
We work to restore health as the first step to restoring hope. Because every person deserves the chance for a better life.
Job Description
Medical Teams International is a faith-based not for profit health relief and development organization with a Calling “Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.” MTI-UG has operations in West Nile and South western Uganda. We provide Comprehensive Primary Health Care, Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS and Nutrition.
Job Summary: Responsible for performing sonographic examination according to protocols, security measures and standards of hygiene and privacy in order to contribute to the improvement of the health condition of patients.
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Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible to perform high quality ultrasound imaging and analysis to assist in the diagnosis and management of patients, reporting immediately to the medical referent any problem regarding patients’ health status
Prepare patients for imaging including explaining procedures and compiling medical history and upholding patient confidentiality at all times
Ensure application of hygiene protocols in the maintenance of equipment and X-ray room; performing cleaning of ultrasound devices and ensure proper waste disposal
Responsible for quality assurance by auditing own practice and ensuring that sonography equipment remains in good condition and makes necessary requisition for repair needs
Perform regular stock inventory and ensure all materials are stored according to each specific condition; make requisitions for materials
Ensure biomedical equipment is in good working order by using in accordance with user manual and protocols, perform cleaning and minor maintenance, undertaking regular quality assurance checks; alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning, damage/loss/robbery of ultrasound room material and devices
Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct
Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule
Other duties as assigned
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Qualification, Experiences and Competencies
Diploma in Medical Sonographer
Registration with Allied Health Professionals Council is required
Valid practicing license is required
2 years of diagnostic experience using ultrasound is required
Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage
Knowledge
Knowledge of sonography principles and best practices
Knowledge of hygiene management and IPC protocol
Skills
Skilled in performing ultrasounds and interpreting images
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A good command of both written and spoken English
Abilities
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
How to Apply
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
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