Job Description
Location:
Grove Mall, Al Barsha, Dubai, UAE and/or 268 Al Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, UAE
We are seeking a skilled and DHA-licensed LOCUM Sonographer to join our growing clinical team. The successful candidate will perform high-quality ultrasound imaging and related diagnostic assessments in alignment with clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and patient-centered care standards.
This role is ideal for a sonographer who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and is comfortable working within a progressive, technology-driven healthcare setting.
Key Responsibilities
1. Ultrasound Imaging Services
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations including but not limited to:
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Thyroid and neck ultrasound
- Liver ultrasound and elastography
- FibroTouch / liver stiffness assessments
- Vascular Doppler studies (carotid, peripheral, venous)
- Small parts (e.g., testicular, soft tissue)
- Musculoskeletal ultrasound (if applicable and credentialed)
Ensure:
- Accurate image acquisition and optimization
- Proper patient positioning and preparation
- Clear documentation of measurements and technical findings
- Timely upload of images and data into the EMR/PACS system
2. Clinical Collaboration
- Work closely with physicians (Radiology, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine) to support diagnostic decision-making.
- Escalate urgent or abnormal findings according to clinic protocol.
- Support structured reporting workflows under radiologist supervision where applicable.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions when required.
3. Patient Care & Experience
- Explain procedures clearly and ensure patient comfort and dignity at all times.
- Maintain a patient-centered and empathetic approach, particularly for chronic disease patients.
- Ensure privacy and confidentiality in accordance with UAE healthcare regulations.
4. Equipment & Quality Assurance
- Ensure ultrasound and FibroTouch equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operated safely.
- Follow infection control and safety standards at all times.
- Participate in quality assurance initiatives and internal audits.
- Assist in protocol development as imaging services expand.
5. Training & Professional Development
- Maintain valid certifications and mandatory trainings (e.g., BLS).
- Participate in continuous professional development.
- Support onboarding and mentoring of junior staff if required.
- Engage in training related to AI-supported imaging tools where implemented.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent.
- Valid professional license from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) as a Sonographer (or eligibility to obtain DHA license).
- Minimum 2–4 years of clinical ultrasound experience.
- Strong experience in abdominal and thyroid ultrasound.
Preferred:
- Experience in liver elastography and/or FibroTouch.
- Experience in vascular Doppler studies.
- Experience in specialty clinics (endocrinology, metabolic health, cardiology).
- Exposure to integrated or multidisciplinary healthcare settings.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong technical ultrasound skills and image optimization expertise.
- High attention to detail and clinical accuracy.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with physicians.
- Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving clinical environment.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
