Sonographer-Ireland

Join our Women's Health Centre team! Our client is looking for skilled Bank (Locum) Sonographers to join our growing team. If you have experience in Sonography and have a passion for women’s health, we want to hear from you!

Location : On site / Dublin, Ireland

Sector and subsector : Medical & Healthcare | Allied Health Professionals

Job Title : Bank (Locum) Sonographer

Department : Women's Health Clinic

• Competitive hourly rate's available

The Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. As an accredited hospital, The Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do. The Clinic is now part of the Health private hospital group along with the Galway Clinic and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare.

Our clinic provides a pleasant, comfortable working environment and this role requires a highly specialised skilled set. The department provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic procedures delivered in state of the art facilities by a team of experienced professionals committed to excellence in clinical standards and patient care.

Qualifications and Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.1 Ensure a high standard of patient care is maintained.

1.2 Lead in the provision of a radiography service in a professional manner.

1.3 Allocate workload to facilitate efficient workflow and maintenance of service user throughput.

1.4 To take part in on-call services and extended working day as required.

1.5 To ensure that the three principles of radiation protection, namely justification, optimisation (ALARA) and dose constraints / limits are adhered to.

1.6 To be familiar with and adhere to SI No. 478 of 2002.

1.7 Responsibility for daily / weekly QA within the department

1.8 Report any malfunction of defects in equipment to the Radiology Services Manager or deputy.

1.9 Support the Radiology Services Manager in the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving and developing the service.

1.10 Comply with policies and procedures at The Clinic as regards Health & Safety, Infection Control, Disposal of Waste, Sharps, Accident and Incident Reporting, Complaints Procedure, Fire Policy and Evacuation.

1.11 Cooperate and take part in the  Clinic Mission Statement in dealing with patients and other clinic staff members.

1.12 Be familiar and comply with the Radiology Department Guidelines, Local Rules and Department Protocols.

1.13 Undertake, when necessary, administrative and clerical tasks to facilitate the smooth running of the department.

1.14 Develop operational policies, protocols and guidelines to maximise resources and to ensure systematic audit of such usage.

2.1 Initiate the implementation of a staff development and individual performance review and foster a high level of morale by motivation and communication.

2.2 Participate in the teaching, training and supervision of new staff members.

2.3 Maintain up to date knowledge of new developments and promote awareness of these amongst colleagues.

2.4 Adhere to Human Resource policies as set out in The Clinic Employee Manual.

3.1 Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

3.2 Self-directed with excellent interpersonal and communications skills.

3.3 Proven successful people management skills along with an understanding of clinical governance.

3.4 Excellent computer literacy

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

o Support the philosophy, objectives, and goals of The Clinic.

o Observe the appropriate lines of authority.

o Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all patients and the activities of the Clinic.

o Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in all areas of the hospital / clinic as required.

o Participate in developing and providing quality care within Women’s Health Centre and Clinic.

o Continue to develop personal knowledge and skills and seeks outside educational opportunities.

o Proficiency in IT skills, typing skills, cash handling and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.

o Carry out other such duties as requested by the Operations Manager.

o Present a professional appearance and conform to the dress, hygiene and infection control policies of the Women’s Health Centre.

o Flexible attitude to changing work practices.

Please Note :

Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

The Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work