Job Description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in recruiting and relocating qualified healthcare professionals across Ireland and internationally, providing comprehensive support with professional registration, job placement, visa applications, and employment permit processing. We are currently recruiting a Sonographer/Radiographer for a hospital in Dublin, Ireland. Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week) / Part-Time Key Responsibilities Perform a comprehensive range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations while maintaining high standards of clinical imaging, patient safety, professional accountability, and evidence-based practice. Deliver efficient and effective sonographic and radiographic services, with opportunities to participate in General Radiography, DEXA, Theatre, Interventional Radiology, Fluoroscopy, Cardiac Catheterisation, CT, MRI, and PACS/RIS activities. Maintain flexibility in departmental scheduling, participate in shift rotations and on-call duties when required, and undertake intravenous cannulation where appropriately trained and authorised. Ensure accurate documentation of patient records, imaging procedures, quality assurance activities, equipment logs, and training records while maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance with data protection policies. Collaborate effectively with radiologists, consultants, general practitioners, nursing teams, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate imaging services and ensure seamless patient care. Comply with radiation protection legislation, departmental safety procedures, infection prevention guidelines, and relevant HIQA and EPA requirements, ensuring the application of justification, optimisation (ALARA), and appropriate dose limits. Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes, clinical audits, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives while supporting JCI accreditation standards and International Patient Safety Goals. Monitor imaging equipment performance, identify and report technical faults, assist with equipment evaluations, and ensure the safe and effective operation of diagnostic imaging systems. Support the education, orientation, supervision, and clinical training of students and newly appointed staff while promoting professional development, competency assessment, and adherence to established imaging protocols. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of diagnostic imaging technologies, clinical procedures, regulatory standards, and emerging best practices while demonstrating strong organisational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Skills, Competencies and Knowledge Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of diagnostic imaging procedures, healthcare practices, and the operational requirements of a multidisciplinary hospital environment. Possess experience in delivering complex diagnostic imaging services while maintaining excellent clinical standards and patient-focused outcomes. Demonstrate proficiency in healthcare information technology systems, including Outlook, Radiology Information Systems (RIS), Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), and iPIMS. Exhibit strong analytical thinking, clinical judgement, and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to identify challenges and escalate concerns appropriately. Possess excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain service efficiency. Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in responding to evolving clinical requirements, technological developments, and changes in departmental operations. Display effective leadership, teamwork, and mentoring abilities, with the capacity to train, support, motivate, and positively influence colleagues and students. Maintain excellent interpersonal and communication skills to establish productive working relationships with patients, families, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrate a proactive approach to service improvement, clinical innovation, and the implementation of best practices to enhance operational effectiveness and patient outcomes. Show a strong commitment to patient safety, professional accountability, continuous learning, and the consistent delivery of high-quality diagnostic imaging services. Requirements Hold a BSc (Hons) in Radiography, a Diploma from the College of Radiographers, or an equivalent recognised qualification, along with a Master's degree in General Medical Ultrasound or an equivalent qualification. Must possess current CORU registration and maintain active registration throughout employment. A postgraduate qualification in an additional imaging modality beyond General Ultrasound is desirable. Possess a minimum of two years of practical experience in Diagnostic General Ultrasound, with at least three years of post-qualification clinical experience preferred. Demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving skills, along with flexibility, adaptability, initiative, and a compassionate approach to patient care. Ability to independently perform high-quality ultrasound examinations with minimal supervision, accurately identify anatomical structures, optimise imaging techniques, recognise abnormalities, and obtain precise diagnostic images and measurements. Demonstrate strong clinical judgement, professional accountability, and teamwork skills, including the ability to prepare accurate provisional ultrasound reports, collaborate effectively with consultant radiologists, and comply with professional standards and clinical guidelines. Benefits Competitive pay Career advancement Work-life balance Purposeful work Supportive work environment