DHA Licensed Radiographer / Sonographer

3 work locations in Dubai:
1) 268 Al Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 1
2) Grove Mall, Al Barsha
3) DSO - Dubai Silicon Oasis

About Metabolic
Metabolic, formerly known as GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center, is a pioneering healthcare provider focused on transforming the prevention and management of diabetes, obesity, metabolic health, and chronic disease.
We combine specialist medical expertise, multidisciplinary care, advanced diagnostics, and digital health technology to provide personalised, data-driven healthcare and improve long-term patient outcomes.
Our technology-enabled model integrates clinical care, diagnostics, lifestyle interventions, and continuous monitoring to support patients throughout their health journey.

Job Summary:
Metabolic is seeking a DHA Licensed Radiographer / Sonographer to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging services within our integrated metabolic and multidisciplinary clinical environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations and, where within their scope of practice and DHA licensing, radiographic imaging. The role requires strong technical expertise, accurate image acquisition, excellent patient communication, and a commitment to clinical quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
The position will support metabolic, endocrine, cardiovascular, etc., and general diagnostic assessments, working closely with physicians and the wider multidisciplinary clinical team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Diagnostic Imaging & Ultrasound:

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with physician referrals, clinical indications, established protocols, and scope of practice.
  
• Conduct a range of ultrasound examinations appropriate to qualifications and clinical competency, including (among others):
  
• Abdominal ultrasound
  
• Pelvic ultrasound
  
• Thyroid ultrasound
  
• Small-parts ultrasound
  
• Soft-tissue ultrasound
  
• Vascular and Doppler studies
  
• Perform liver and metabolic-related imaging and assessment, including liver elastography and FibroScan/FibroTouch-type examinations, where trained and competent.
  
• Support OSA-related diagnostic assessments where ultrasound or relevant imaging modalities form part of the clinical pathway and the candidate is appropriately trained.
  
• Where appropriately qualified and licensed, perform general radiographic examinations within the scope of the role.
  
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images using appropriate techniques and protocols.
  
• Ensure correct patient identification, examination selection, positioning, image acquisition, and documentation.
  
• Recognise and appropriately escalate significant or unexpected findings to the supervising physician, radiologist, or relevant clinician.
  
• Ensure images are correctly labelled, stored, and archived within PACS/EMR systems.
  
• 2. Patient Care & Experience
  
• Prepare and position patients appropriately for diagnostic imaging procedures.
  
• Explain examinations clearly and professionally, ensuring patients understand the procedure and have the opportunity to ask questions
  
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, comfort, and confidentiality throughout the examination.
  
• Adapt communication and examination techniques to patients with different levels of mobility, anxiety, age, and clinical complexity.
  
• Maintain a calm, reassuring, and patient-centred approach throughout the patient journey.
  
• Identify and escalate any patient concerns or clinical deterioration appropriately.
  

3. Clinical Collaboration:

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to support timely and appropriate diagnostic assessment.
  
• Communicate relevant technical observations and examination limitations clearly to the requesting clinician.
  
• Support clinicians with appropriate diagnostic imaging information while maintaining professional scope and boundaries.
  
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions where appropriate.
  
• Contribute to the development and optimisation of imaging pathways within Metabolic.
  

4. Equipment & Quality Control

• Operate ultrasound and other imaging equipment safely, effectively, and in accordance with manufacturer and clinical protocols.
  
• Perform routine equipment checks and quality-control procedures.
  
• Ensure ultrasound probes, transducers, and imaging equipment are appropriately cleaned and maintained.
  
• Report equipment faults, technical issues, or maintenance requirements promptly.
  
• Support calibration, servicing, and preventive maintenance activities where required.
  
• Maintain appropriate infection prevention and control procedures for imaging equipment and clinical areas.
  

5. Documentation, Compliance & Clinical Governance

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation within the EMR and relevant imaging systems.
  
• Ensure diagnostic images and associated information are correctly recorded and stored.
  
• Adhere to all applicable DHA regulations, professional standards, clinical policies, and scope-of-practice requirements.
  
• Follow relevant radiation protection and radiation safety requirements when performing radiographic examinations.
  
• Maintain appropriate patient identification, consent, confidentiality, and data protection procedures.
  
• Participate in clinical audits, quality assurance programmes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Maintain all required professional licences, certifications, competencies, and continuing professional development.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Imaging, Radiologic Technology, or a related recognised discipline.
  
• Valid DHA licence or eligibility as a Radiographer and/or Sonographer, appropriate to the candidate's qualifications and scope of practice.
  
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant clinical imaging experience.
  
• Strong practical experience in diagnostic ultrasound is highly desirable.
  
• Experience in abdominal, thyroid, pelvic, soft-tissue, or vascular ultrasound preferred.
  
• Experience with Doppler, FibroScan/FibroTouch, or other advanced ultrasound modalities is desirable.
  
• Experience in an outpatient clinic, diagnostic centre, hospital, or multidisciplinary healthcare setting preferred.
  
• Familiarity with PACS, EMR/EHR systems, and digital imaging workflows.
  
• Strong understanding of patient safety, infection prevention and control, and clinical governance.
  
• Ability to work within defined professional competencies and escalate findings appropriately.
  

Core Competencies:

• Strong technical and diagnostic imaging skills.
  
• High attention to detail and commitment to image quality.
  
• Excellent patient communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Strong understanding of patient safety and clinical quality.
  
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  
• Ability to manage workload and prioritise patients in a busy clinical environment.
  
• Professional, compassionate, and patient-centred approach.
  
• Comfortable working with digital health systems and technology-enabled clinical workflows.
  
• Willingness to learn and develop competency in new imaging technologies and modalities.
  
• Commitment to continuous professional development and clinical excellence.