Medical Technologist, Vascular Diagnostic

Responsibilities and Duties

To perform duplex scan and other vascular examinations as follows:

• Duplex scan of the carotid and the peripheral arterial system of both upper and lower extremities (to rule out peripheral arterial disease or aneurysm)
• Venous duplex scan (to rule out venous thrombosis and insufficiency of the extremities
• Duplex of visceral arteries such as SMA and celiac artery
• Surveillance scan of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), AAA stent graft, pseudoaneurysm, post-arterial bypass grafts and vascular access to facilitate optimal timing of surgical intervention.
• Assist surgeon in ultrasound-guided thrombin injection to treat patients with pseudoaneurysm.
• Perform comparative studies involving treadmill, pressure studies and photoplethysmography.
• Perform procedures in a manner to ensure patient confidentiality, safety, comfort, and privacy.
• Demonstrate competent clinical skills and knowledge in the delivery of patient care.
• Demonstrate proper and economical use of consumables and supplies.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• To participate in ongoing research for vascular diagnostic services
• Participate in quality improvement projects.
• Interaction with doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals from other department to optimize vascular service provided and increase awareness of the vascular service to meet the clinical needs of patients.
• Attend in-service lectures, courses, and seminars.
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the Reporting Officer.

Requirements

• Degree in Biomedical Science/Medical Technology or related field

• Competent in Microsoft software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Good interpersonal and effective communication skills.

• Able to step-up and provide coverage for lab partner during shortage of manpower.

• Able to demonstrate efforts to problem-solve business-as-usual (BAU) issues.

• Able to work independently and in a team-based environment.

• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and technical skills for operating equipment.

If the role sounds interesting to you, please contact ‘careers_alexandra@nuhs.edu.sg’ to understand more on the role. Please indicate the position that you are interested in the subject heading.

*Only Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents may apply.