Cedarcrest Hospitals Limited is a premier Nigerian private multispecialty institution, we provide a comprehensive range of primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, families, and corporate clients.
Our patient-centric philosophy guides everything we do. From proactive wellness programs to responsive medical treatments, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality, compassionate service, and accessible care across our growing network of five hospitals: Gudu and Gwarinpa in Abuja, Victoria Island in Lagos, and Kainji and Jebba in Niger State.
Purpose of Role
- Perform high‑quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations, producing images that aid physicians in diagnosing and monitoring medical conditions across a range of patient populations.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Preparation & Care – Verify patient identity, explain procedures, obtain informed consent, and ensure patient comfort and safety throughout the exam.
- Equipment Operation – Select appropriate transducers, adjust machine settings, and operate ultrasound equipment to capture optimal images of organs, tissues, and blood flow.
- Image Acquisition – Conduct scans of abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, vascular, cardiac, musculoskeletal, and small‑parts structures, following standardized protocols and adjusting technique for patient size, age, and pathology.
- Image Analysis & Documentation – Review images for diagnostic quality, annotate findings, measure structures, and prepare preliminary reports for radiologists or referring clinicians.
- Quality Assurance – Perform daily equipment checks, calibrate devices, and maintain records of maintenance and service to ensure compliance with safety and accreditation standards.
- Patient Safety & Infection Control – Adhere to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles, use protective barriers, and follow hand‑hygiene and disinfection protocols for transducers and work areas.
- Collaboration & Communication – Work closely with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff to discuss findings, answer clinical questions, and assist with interventional ultrasound procedures (e.g., biopsies, drainages).
- Record Keeping & PACS Management – Enter patient data, upload images to Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), and ensure accurate, timely documentation in electronic health records (EHR).
- Education & Training – Mentor new sonographers, radiology students, and technologists; stay current with advances in ultrasound technology and participate in continuing education and certification maintenance.
- Regulatory Compliance – Follow hospital policies, HIPAA privacy rules, and relevant local, state, and federal regulations governing diagnostic imaging.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field from an accredited program.
- Certification: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) by ARDMS (or equivalent) in at least one specialty (e.g., Abdomen, OB/GYN, Vascular).
- Licensure: State licensure (if required) and current BLS/CPR certification.
- Experience: 4–5 years of clinical sonography experience in a hospital setting (preferred).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with ultrasound equipment (e.g., GE, Philips, Siemens), PACS, and EHR systems.
- Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, attention to detail, problem‑solving mindset, and ability to work independently under pressure.
- Must be a Male, reside around island environs.