Sonographer

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for both domestic and overseas candidates across hospitals, nursing homes, home care, and community care settings.

We are currently hiring Sonographerfor a reputed hospital in Dublin, Ireland.

Permanent Full Time

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, vascular, musculoskeletal, and small parts imaging, as required.
• Prepare patients for ultrasound procedures by explaining the process and obtaining relevant clinical history.
• Operate ultrasound equipment safely and efficiently to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Analyse and evaluate ultrasound images, identifying normal and abnormal findings for radiologist review.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records, reports, and imaging documentation.
• Ensure patient comfort, dignity, privacy, and safety throughout all examinations.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies, radiation safety (where applicable), and departmental protocols.
• Work collaboratively with radiologists, consultants, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Prioritise workload effectively, including urgent and emergency cases.
• Maintain and perform routine quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment and report any faults.
• Participate in departmental audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to students, newly qualified sonographers, and junior staff, where appropriate.
  

• Hold a Diploma of the College of Radiographers (Diagnostic), a Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent), and be registered with CORU.
• Possess a recognised postgraduate qualification in Ultrasound.
• Have a minimum of 3 years' post-graduate experience in Radiography, including at least 3 years of post-graduate Ultrasound experience.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently in Ultrasound and other Radiology modalities, with experience in Vascular Ultrasound; MSK Ultrasound and training in MRI, CT, or PET are desirable.
• Have experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of Radiographers and other healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and engage with staff and management at all levels.
• Show a commitment to continuous professional development (CPD), quality improvement initiatives in Ultrasound services, and a high level of responsibility and initiative.
• Joining Bonus / Relocation Support (available for eligible roles)