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]