Company Profile

Established in 2006, MSI Ghana is an affiliate of MSI Reproductive Choices and is one of the largest specialized Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) organisations in Ghana. MSI Ghana complements the Ministry of Health and Child Care in the provision of quality and affordable general health and SRH services in all regions of Ghana.

Job Description

The Diagnostic Sonographer will be responsible for providing high quality core MSIG lab services in the assigned centre of excellence. The job holder will be based in Accra and will report to the Regional Manager.

Responsibilities

• Able to operate the ultrasound equipment with proficiency to perform basic ultrasounds (2D and doppler) of obstetric and gynaecological, abdominal ultrasound and other indications (e.g., breast, prostate US, etc.).
• Prepare patients for exams by informing them and obtaining informed consent.
• Ensure the comfort, safety and privacy of the patients at all times at the Centre.
• Determine the best images to include in the patient’s report, noting differences between pathological and healthy areas.
• Responsible for an adequate stock management, record keeping of consumables (e.g. US gel) and manage records of all ultrasound activities.
• Ensure adequate maintenance of the Ultrasound equipment, troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions and/or order repairs as necessary.
• Able to interact with government agencies, professional groups, and MSI staff to ensure the centre is in compliance with National and MSI Standards.
• Promote and maintain a welcoming, friendly, professional and efficient atmosphere towards all clients in the Centre to ensure client satisfaction at all times.
• Ensure formal communications with the various health partners are properly documented.
• Make proper use of available information systems in MSI to facilitate service delivery & trainings.
• Carry out any other lawful duties assigned by the Regional Manager.

Length of contract: All vacancies advertised have One (1) year contract (renewable base upon good performance).

Required Skills or Experience

Qualifications

• Must have a recognized clinical qualification in Diagnostic Sonography
• Must be registered with a recognised local clinical professional body in Ghana and be of good Standing.
• Must have requisite experience to work with minimum supervision.

Skill and Experience

• At least Three (3) years post-graduation experience in a Midwifery position
• Experience of working in Sexual and Reproductive Health
• Be well versed in Ghana Health Service clinical policies, protocols and standards.
• Excellent provider-client interaction skills
• Work experience with Ghana Health Service and/or an INGO
• Articulate and analytical with attention to detail
• Knowledge of health delivery system in Ghana
• Must be multi-skilled and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Sympathetic to women and men seeking Family Planning and Reproductive Health services
• Be able to work on own initiative and at longer periods.
• Customer focused with good interpersonal skills to engage with people at all levels –government, donor and community.
• Passionate about maternal health and the vulnerable