Job Description

Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (SKMC)

The role is responsible to independently or under the supervision of a senior technologist conduct all operations related to Neurodiagnostic output such as performing the operation, analyzing its output and provides diagnosis when required to do so

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities of the roleCorresponding Key Activities performed by the role

Managerial

Maintaining a necessary inventory of supplies for assigned room or work station, rotation of stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.

Informs supervisor of equipment malfunction and/or need for repair. Documenting all testing procedures.

Participates in technical conferences and meetings

Technical

Measures and accurately applies electrodes in a timely manner, according to the International 10-20 System. Ensure that electrode impedance meet laboratory standards.

Performs EEG record according to the standards of the laboratory (routine, sleep, and bedside).

Performs long term video monitoring EEG in epilepsy monitoring unit

Performs Evoked Potentials such as Visual, Brainstem, and Somatosensory studies with high quality resutls.

Performs Nerve Conduction Study in a highly skilled and patient-appropriate manner.

Explains the test procedure to the patient to obtain the patient’s cooperation necessary for a complete examination.

Implements alternative methods or adjust controls to obtain optimal recording.

Distinguishes between normal and abnormal test results – describes all manifestations observed during tests

Knowledge of appropriate actions to take during patient emergency situations and ensures patient safety at all times

Quality & Safety

Writes a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from all sources

Writes and prepares comprehensive technical summaries of EEGs, EMUs, EPs and NCS studies

Knowledge of infection control standards relating to patient and equipment

Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order, has the ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and repair or report them promptly

Maintining a high control over safety and health regulations and making sure that all concerned parties follow the same.

Maintaining the strictest confidence in relation to patient information whether formally or informally recorded

Education

Delivering and participating in training and education sessions for department staff, doctors and nurses in the safe and secure handling of drugs and equipment, prescribing (whenever applicable), administration and treatment and management i.e. teaching, induction, peer review, case studies, and clinical presentations

Participating in department programs/committees, various hospital committees, and staff meetings

Participating in the orientation and training of new employees

Ensuring appropriate internal and external sharing of information based on governing policies and procedures

Maintaining professional knowledge by attending lectures, seminars or on-line education units

Completing and maintaining all regulatory requirements including: licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames

Ensuring all members of the department receive adequate clinical supervision as required for their professional and technical development

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree (minimum 2 year curriculum) in the field of Applied Sciences, Neurophysiology or Biophysics/Physiology or equivalent
• And Current National License
• And Registered by:
• American board of registration of encephalographic technologists or equivalent
• American board or registration of Evoked Potential Technologists or equivalent
  

American Associationof Polysonnographic Technlologist or equivalent

Experience

• NLT 2 years relevant experience in a hospital setting (EEG/EMG, Evoked Potential, Polysomnographic)
  

Ability to walk moderate distances, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to physically bear difficult working conditions. Must observe contact precautions, working hours significantly beyond regular schedule: Overtime and on-call as needed by the department.

About Us

Abu Dhabi Healthcare Company (SEHA) is the largest and most comprehensive healthcare network in the UAE that was established in 2007 with the objective of operating all public hospitals and clinics across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

SEHA is committed to delivering world-class healthcare services using the most advanced diagnostics and systems across its network of public healthcare centers and hospitals in addition to partnering with global leaders in healthcare, including world renowned organizations such as the Mayo Clinic.