RADIO-SONOGRAPHER

Jumuia Hospitals is seeking a qualified, experienced, and highly motivated Radio-Sonographer to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality diagnostic radiography and ultrasound services while ensuring patient safety, accurate imaging, timely reporting, and compliance with professional and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, obstetric, gynecological, small parts, vascular, and musculoskeletal scans.
• Perform diagnostic radiography examinations in accordance with approved clinical protocols and professional standards.
• Produce accurate, high-quality diagnostic images to support effective clinical decision-making.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely ultrasound reports and maintain appropriate patient documentation.
• Operate and maintain digital radiography and ultrasound equipment in accordance with manufacturer and hospital guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with radiation protection, patient safety, infection prevention, and quality assurance standards.
• Review patient clinical information and select appropriate imaging techniques and protocols.
• Maintain accurate imaging records using PACS, RIS, electronic medical records, and other hospital information systems where applicable.
• Collaborate closely with radiologists, clinicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in the management of patients.
• Provide patients with appropriate explanations and instructions before, during, and after imaging procedures.
• Ensure proper handling, care, and routine quality checks of imaging equipment.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives, audits, continuous professional development, and other institutional activities.
• Maintain patient confidentiality, professionalism, and high standards of customer service at all times.
• Participate in weekend, emergency, and on-call duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography and Medical Imaging Sciences from a recognized institution.
• Certification or recognized training in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound).
• Must be registered and hold a valid practicing licence from the relevant professional regulatory body.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ working experience in a busy Level 5 hospital or equivalent healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated experience in performing and reporting a broad range of ultrasound examinations, including:
  • Abdominal ultrasound
  • Obstetric and gynecological ultrasound
  • Small parts ultrasound
  • Vascular ultrasound
  • Musculoskeletal ultrasound
• Proficiency in operating digital radiography and ultrasound equipment.
• Sound knowledge of radiation safety, radiation protection, and imaging quality assurance procedures.
• Strong ultrasound report-writing, documentation, and record-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, maintain accuracy, prioritize cases, and manage a high patient workload.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and emergency call duties when required.

Key Competencies

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Excellent attention to detail and diagnostic accuracy.
• Strong clinical judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Patient-centered approach with empathy and compassion.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clinicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy clinical environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Added Advantage

Candidates with any of the following will have an added advantage:

• Training and practical experience in Doppler Ultrasound.
• Training or experience in Echocardiography.
• Training or experience in CT Scan imaging.
• Experience using PACS, RIS, and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Up-to-date Continuous Professional Development (CPD) records.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online through the Jumuia Hospitals careers portal by submitting their application and the required supporting documents.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 16th October 2026.