Technologist Cardiopulmonary, Clifton Medical Services Clifton Medical Services, Aga Khan Unive[...]
Full time
at Aga Khan University
in
Pakistan
Posted on May 7, 2024
Job details
Technologist Cardiopulmonary, Clifton Medical Services
Department
Clifton Medical ServicesEntity
Aga Khan University HospitalLocation
Introduction
The Aga Khan University Hospital in addition to its five Hospitals creates access through its Outreach Services which include Clinical Laboratories, Outpatient Medical Centres, Pharmacy services, Home Health and other services. Outreach Services are designed to provide primary to secondary healthcare services to patients near their homes and are present in several cities across Pakistan. Outpatient Medical Centres offer a range of specialty clinics including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, Cardiopulmonary, Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics and Physiotherapy, and cater to children, adults, and elderly patients for general health checks or specific disease consultations.Responsibilities
You will be responsible to:- Perform noninvasive cardiac diagnostic procedures in accordance with established protocols
- Carry out cardiac procedures and acquire proficiency in new techniques and modalities, which may include pacemaker checkups, Holter monitoring, and strain imaging in echocardiography procedures
- Detect discrepancies in patient reports and collaborate with relevant faculty to resolve them, contributing to the prevention of future discrepancies
- Assist in conducting quality audits within the cardiopulmonary department to ensure compliance with prescribed quality standards
- Conduct educational and training sessions for trainees and fellow technologists on a regular basis, aiming to enhance their technical skills and improve patient care delivery while ensuring accurate results
- Collaborate with the biomedical department as needed for equipment repair and maintenance to ensure seamless operations
- Establish effective communication with physicians to facilitate the timely reporting of procedures and maintain a smooth workflow
- Be prepared for late sittings or on-call duties in case of emergencies, with appropriate compensation provided in the form of staggered hours.
Requirements
You should have:- Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Science along with successful completion of a 24-month training course in cardiopulmonary diagnostic technology at AKU or an equivalent institution
- A minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience in a recognized hospital
- Proficiency and thorough knowledge of non-invasive cardiac diagnostic technology procedures
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
- A commitment to staying current with the latest developments in the field
- Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to lead by example when working with colleagues
- Willingness to work flexible shift duties as required
- Strong interpersonal skills, particularly in communication
- Capability to perform effectively and maintain composure in high-pressure situations.
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