Lead Sonographer

Job Purpose:

• The Lead Sonographer is responsible for providing high-quality sonographic services and leading a team of sonographers in ensuring the department runs efficiently. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in obstetric sonography; experience in cardiac echocardiography is a strong advantage. This role requires excellent leadership and communication skills coupled with the ability to perform quality ultrasound examinations and produce reliable reports for clinicians.
• We have big ambitions and require a Lead Sonographer at our hospital in Kahawa West. Reporting to our doctor-in-charge, you will take on responsibility of delivering quality customer service and maintaining superior patient satisfaction. 
• Will you join us and help transform maternal and new-born health care in East Africa?

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leadership and Supervision: Provide leadership and guidance to a pool of sonography staff, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient departmental operations;
• Regular Performance Audits: Conduct routine audits of sonographers’ technical skills, reporting accuracy and adherence to protocols, providing structured feedback and identifying areas for improvement;
• Mentorship and Capacity Building: Develop and implement mentorship plans for pool of sonographers, including hands-on training, case reviews and participate in continuous professional development initiatives to ensure consistent growth as the department expands;
• Obstetric Sonography: Perform and interpret obstetric ultrasound scans, including fetal anomaly scans, growth scans, and Doppler assessments;
• Cardiac Echocardiography: Perform and interpret cardiac and pediatric echocardiograms;
• Image Quality and Reporting: Ensure high-quality images and accurate reporting, adhering to hospital and protocols and guidelines;
• Training and Education: Provide training and mentorship to junior sonographers and other healthcare staff, promoting professional development and skill enhancement;
• Quality Control and Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control measures, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols and guidelines;
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with clinicians, consultant radiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care and facilitate effective communication;
• Client management: Explain ultrasound procedure to patients and answering any questions they may have concerning the same services in the hospital;
• Handling of Equipment: Maintain the ultrasound machines and equipment for continuous provision of ultrasound services within the hospital;
• Ensure cleanliness and orderliness in the ultrasonography unit for quality services delivery in the hospital;
• Documentation: Record and maintain patient’s records and adding medical notes related to the ultrasound procedure, if necessary, in the hospital;
•  Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree or Diploma/ Higher Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or Radiography from a recognized institution;
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in sonography in a busy hospital, with at least 2 years in a leadership role;
• Expertise in obstetric sonography and cardiac echocardiography;
• Strong leadership and communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Familiarity with quality control and assurance principles;
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of picture archiving and communication systems (PACS);
• Registration with the relevant regulatory body;
• Valid Practice License;
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Compensation and Benefits 

• Competitive salary aligned to experience 
• Medical cover for staff and family
• Provident Fund 
• Other benefits as stipulated in law