SONOGRAPHER.3.03

Key Performance Areas

§ Perform high-quality foetal ultrasound scans, Carotid IMT, renal and echocardiography following clinical protocols. § Assess foetal development, anatomy, and detect abnormalities. § Ensure correct positioning of the patient for optimal imaging. § Explain procedures to patients and address concerns with empathy. § Maintain patient comfort and privacy throughout the scan. § Obtain informed consent before conducting ultrasound examinations. § Operate and adjust ultrasound machines to optimize image quality. § Perform routine maintenance and report equipment issues. § Stay updated on the latest ultrasound technology and techniques. § Capture and analyse high-quality images for research data collection and screening purposes. § Provide preliminary findings to the study leads and complete referrals were relevant. § Accurately document scan results on REDCAP. § Recruitment and identification of women in early pregnancy before 14 weeks gestation in partnership with local clinical services as appropriate approvals allow. § Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management. § Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained. § Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback. § Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in on-going training and development activities such as workshops, forums, conferences etc. § Apply knowledge of the organisational systems, structures, policies, and procedures to achieve results. § Provide appropriate resolution for tasks or deadlines not met. § Support and drive the organisation’s core values. § Take ownership for driving own career development. Required minimum education and training

§ National Degree or Diploma in diagnostic ultrasound.

Required minimum work experience

§ Minimum 2 years

Professional body registration

§ HPCSA

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

§ 1-2 years of hands-on experience in obstetric and fetal imaging.

§ Experience in conducting 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester scans.

§ Experience in fetal biometry, anatomy surveys, doppler and anomaly detection.

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How To Apply

Should you be interested in applying for this vacancy, please send an email to vacancies24@witshealth.co.za. The subject heading of the email must read SON001 - HEHB and the job title of position applying for. Please include the following documentation:

• A cover letter (maximum one page) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for

• A detailed CV

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.

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Work At Home