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About National Medical Care

National Medical Care is a healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality medical treatment and compassionate care. Located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the organization focuses on patient well-being across its hospitals and clinics.

The Role of Echo Specialist

National Medical Care is seeking a dedicated Echo Specialist for a full-time position in Riyadh. This role is central to performing comprehensive echocardiographic studies, providing preliminary interpretations, and serving as a technical expert in cardiac ultrasound imaging. The specialist ensures superior quality of medical treatment and understanding for every patient.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform M-Mode and 2-dimensional echocardiograms for adults and children.
• Conduct complex transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms.
• Execute specialized studies including 3D/4D echo, contrast studies, and strain imaging.
• Perform stress echocardiograms and pharmacological stress tests.
• Provide ICU bedside echocardiography services.
• Obtain high-quality cardiac images and measurements, following established scanning protocols.
• Provide preliminary interpretations and measurements, recognizing critical findings for immediate physician notification.
• Perform comprehensive hemodynamic assessments and evaluate complex congenital and acquired heart disease.

Patient Care and Operational Support

• Assess patients of various conditions and ages, considering their physical and physiological needs.
• Explain procedures to patients, obtain consent, and position them for optimal imaging results.
• Monitor patient comfort and vital signs throughout procedures.
• Educate patients and families according to their needs and document the education process in medical records.
• Process and maintain records of all results, performing all required written documentation in a timely fashion.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and artifacts, performing minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Maintain departmental inventory of necessary materials and supplies.

Professional Standards and Development

• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Maintain MOH and CBAHI accreditation standards.
• Participate in continuing education to stay current with best practices.
• Mentor and train junior technologists and students.
• Organize the rota for coverage within the department.
• Perform additional duties as directed or assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Experience

Candidates for the Echo Specialist position should possess 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in performing echocardiographic studies and cardiac ultrasound imaging.