Echo Cardiographer- Locum at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To carry out diagnostic echocardiography scans and report clinical echo scans independently. Will also promote a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care within the hospital, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, Holter monitor, trans-esophageal echocardiogram, Exercise stress testing and Dobutamine stress testing considering the age-specific physiological, emotional, and cognitive needs of the patient. in compliance with departmental and hospital policy and procedure.
• Consistently performs quality Doppler and color Doppler Exams
• Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation.
• Monitors the patient’s physical condition during the procedure, report patient change of status or emergency situations to clinical staff, supervisor and/or cardiologist.
• Protects patients by adhering to safety policies and protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation, including computerized documentation.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Troubleshoot equipment and document errors or equipment malfunctions; escalate issues and concerns to engineer, supervisor, and/or cardiologist.
• Participates in the formulation of Cardiac Diagnostic Policies and protocols.
• Ensure the timely production and delivery of patient procedure reports.
• Assures that equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s specifications and reports any malfunctions as they occur per hospital policy.
• Maintains infection control protocols to protect patients and staff and maintains a safe working environment.
• Develop promotions and publicity for the Cardiology Programs in collaboration with the marketing department.
• Ensure financial objectives of the Cardiac Diagnostic Service are met.
• Provide Monthly reports to the line manager and senior hospital management on the performance of the Cardiac Diagnostic Services

The requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Diploma in Diagnostic Medical Radiography
• Certificate in Echocardiography
• Up to date BLS, ACLS, ATLS Certificate
• At least 1 years’ experience in Cardiac Echo and other Diagnostics
• Must be registered with the Medical Radiology & Imaging Professionals body.