The Aga Khan University is a private, autonomous university that promotes human welfare through research, teaching and community service initiatives. Based on the principles of quality, access, impact and relevance, the University has campuses and programmes in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its facilities include teaching hospitals, Faculties of Health Sciences with Schools of Nursing and Midwifery and Medical Colleges, Institutes for Educational Development, an Examination Board and an Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations. The Graduate School of Media and Communications, the East African Institute, the Institute for Human Development and the Kiswahili Centre have been launched recently while several Graduate Professional Schools and Faculties of Arts and Sciences are to be set up in Pakistan and East Africa.
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi Kenya. The position holder will report to the Nurse Manager- Cardiology.
Responsibilities:
- Perform and assist in 2D echocardiogram and dobutamine stress Echocardiogram for both in and out patients.
- Write Echocardiogram reports, to be countersigned by the cardiologist
- Assist Cardiologists in performing Trans-Esophageal Echo (TEE)
- Connect patients on 24hr Holter monitor, and disconnect them upon completion of the monitoring period
- Analyze and report on Holter monitor recordings for the Physician to review.
- Ensure timely dispatch of Echo and Holter Monitor reports to patients or referring Physicians
- Maintain patient, staff and visitor’s safety by observing infection control practices and other safety policies
- Collaborate with Biomedical Engineers to ensure prompt maintenance of Equipment
- Maintain accurate records of tests carried out by ensuring correct data entry on computer, report forms as well as batch registers
- Practice judicious use of unit stocks and ensure prompt billing of used consumables
- Participate in development of policies and procedures pertaining to Sonography
- Maintain effective communication with the other members of the Multidisciplinary team for effective patient care
- Participate in Unit based Continuing education and implementation of quality control programs in the department.
- Assist the manager in data collection and monitoring of identified unit based quality and performance indicators
- Participate in departmental events such as public screening for heart disease, Medical Camps, World Heart Day activities and Conferences
Requirements:
- Diploma as a Sonographer or Cardiology Technologist from a recognized training institution
- Valid certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
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