Posted on: Tue 27-10-2026

Nova Medi Clinic located in Maitama Abuja,  is seeking the services of a Sonographer to work part-time at our Clinic Facility. (3 days weekly).

Key Responsibilities

A. Diagnostic Imaging and Patient Care

• Perform ultrasound examinations as requested by referring physicians, including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, gynaecological, and other scans within the sonographer's training and scope of practice.
• Explain examination procedures to patients and obtain appropriate consent before scanning.
• Review clinical requests and relevant patient history to determine the appropriate examination protocol.
• Position patients correctly and operate ultrasound equipment to obtain clear, accurate, and diagnostically useful images.
• Recognise abnormal or unexpected findings and promptly escalate urgent concerns to the appropriate physician.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, comfort, and confidentiality throughout the examination.
• Provide appropriate instructions to patients before and after examinations.

B. Reporting and Documentation

• Record examination details, measurements, images, and relevant observations accurately.
• Prepare preliminary findings or formal reports in accordance with clinic protocols and professional scope of practice.
• Ensure scan results are appropriately documented and forwarded to the referring physician.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all imaging documentation is properly filed.
• Notify the appropriate clinician promptly when findings require urgent attention.

C. Equipment Management and Quality Assurance

• Operate ultrasound machines and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and report faults or malfunctions promptly.
• Ensure ultrasound probes and equipment are cleaned and disinfected appropriately between patients.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventive maintenance and servicing.
• Follow infection prevention, health and safety, and quality assurance procedures.

D. Clinical Collaboration

• Work closely with doctors, nurses, laboratory personnel, reception staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Clarify clinical requests with referring physicians where necessary.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case discussions, and quality improvement activities.
• Support appropriate patient referrals and continuity of care.

E. Administrative and Operational Duties

• Maintain accurate daily scan registers and patient statistics.
• Ensure examination rooms are clean, organised, and adequately supplied.
• Manage appointments and patient flow in collaboration with the front desk team.
• Monitor the availability of ultrasound consumables and report stock requirements.
• Adhere to clinic policies, professional ethics, and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Clinic Manager or Medical Director.

3. Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or recognised qualification in Medical Radiography, Medical Imaging, Sonography, or another relevant discipline accepted for the role under applicable Nigerian regulations.
• Current registration and valid practicing licence with the relevant professional regulatory body, as applicable to the qualification and scope of practice.
• Previous experience working as a sonographer in a clinic, hospital, or diagnostic centre is an advantage.
• Demonstrable competence in operating ultrasound equipment and performing relevant examinations.
• Knowledge of ultrasound imaging techniques, anatomy, physiology, and common pathological findings.
• Knowledge of infection prevention, patient safety, and medical confidentiality requirements.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and basic computer applications.

4. Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong image acquisition and patient positioning skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and clinical observation.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centred approach to healthcare.
• Ability to manage appointments and workload efficiently.
• Professional judgement and appropriate escalation of urgent findings.
• High ethical standards and respect for patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the clinical team.

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The Sonographer's performance may be assessed using the following indicators:

1. Image quality: Percentage of examinations producing diagnostically adequate images.
2. Accuracy of documentation: Completeness and accuracy of scan records and reports.
3. Patient satisfaction: Feedback on communication, professionalism, and patient care.
4. Turnaround time: Timely completion and transmission of examination results.
5. Patient safety: Compliance with infection prevention and patient identification procedures.
6. Equipment management: Adherence to equipment checks, cleaning, and maintenance schedules.
7. Productivity: Number of examinations completed relative to clinic workload and quality standards.
8. Compliance: Adherence to clinical protocols, professional standards, and clinic policies.

6. Working Conditions

• Works primarily in the clinic's ultrasound or diagnostic imaging room.
• Working a few days a week, Successful applicant may be required to work shifts, weekends, or extended hours depending on clinic operations.
• Requires prolonged periods of standing or sitting and assisting patients with positioning.
• Must comply with infection prevention procedures and safe equipment-handling practices.

7. Professional and Ethical Standards

The Sonographer must maintain patient confidentiality, obtain informed consent, respect patient dignity, practise within their professional competence, and ensure that findings requiring urgent medical attention are escalated promptly. The employee must comply with applicable Nigerian healthcare laws, professional registration requirements, and clinic policies.

 

Method of Application

Interested applicants should send detailed CV to [email protected] using SONOGRAPHER as subject of email.  Interviews will be held as CV screening is on-going.  Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

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