Mac Staffing Solutions Job Opportunity in Zambia: Ultra Sonographer
- Company: Mac Staffing Solutions
- Location: Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia
- State: Lusaka
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job Category: Healthcare/Medical Jobs in Zambia
The University of North Carolina – Global Projects Zambia (UNC-GPZ) will be conducting a double-masked randomized controlled trial of weekly injectable 17-alpha hydroxyprogesterone caproate to prevent preterm birth among HIV-infected pregnant women in Zambia.
All participants will have a dating ultrasound, cervical length measurement, and follow-up growth ultrasound as part of the study. The Ultrasound Technician is trained to perform ultrasounds for the purpose of obstetrics. He/she will be integral to the success of the project and will be held to a high standard of performance. He/she will be responsible for performing ultrasounds for clinical diagnosis and training others to perform routine and emergency obstetric ultrasounds.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following):
General
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of participant records at all times
- Consult appropriate supervisors within the study as needed on any issues related to the successful implementation of the study
- Perform duties in accordance with all standard operating procedures
Activities
- Perform and record results of obstetrical dating ultrasounds for potential study participants
- Perform and record results of fetal ultrasounds to assess growth, fluid volume, placenta location, and identify gross abnormalities for study participants
- Perform and record results of transvaginal cervical length measurement for study participants
- Assist in standard ultrasound quality assurance and quality control
- Conduct data entry in accordance with standard operating procedure and source documentation guidelines
- Conduct training on obstetric ultrasounds to staff at UTH and other new hires
Other
- Obtain competency in obstetric ultrasound, including transvaginal cervical length, as evidence by completion of online training and certification
- Complete the Human Subjects Protection and Good Clinical Practice Course as required by the University of North Carolina Institutional Review Board
- Attend to any other duties as assigned to ensure the optimal implementation of the study
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Recognized training and qualification in ultrasonography
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of Zambia
- Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience with regard to:
- Pelvic ultrasounds (desired)
- Obstetric ultrasounds
- Professional maturity and ability to work with minimum supervision
- Candidates should have knowledge of maternal and child health care in Zambia
How to Apply
Submit your CV to [email protected]