Neurophysiology Technologist at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Under close supervision by a neurologist, the neurophysiology technologist prepares patients and performs electroencephalogram, nerve conduction studies and evoked potentials and assists the Electro-Myographer (neurologist) during the needle exam as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read physician's neurophysiology request to determine the question to be answered; explain to patient the testing procedure and the need for the examination.
• Carry out independently the routine EEG, long-term video-EEG monitoring, and Nerve Conduction studies procedures and prepare the tests’ findings for interpretation by the neurologist.
• Assists Neurologist in performing electromyography test
• Escalate promptly concerns or panic reports to the neurologist for immediate interpretation and action
• Demonstrate critical thinking and skills to recognize and correct artifact accordingly.
• Care for equipment through cleaning, storage, per shift check of the inventory and timely reporting and follow up of nonfunctional equipment to the program manager.
• Demonstrate customer service in all interactions, that is compassionate, friendly, and demonstrate respect for privacy

The requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma Graduate or equivalent qualification in Neurodiagnostic / Neurophysiology
• Two (2) years of experience from a neurophysiology lab in a recognized institution
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, required.