Neurophysiology Technologist - Locum

Aga Khan Health Services: With community health programmes in large geographical areas in Central and South Asia, as well as East Africa, and more than 200 health facilities including nine hospitals, the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of the most comprehensive private not-for-profit health care systems in the developing world. Building on the Ismaili Community's health care efforts in the first half of the 20th century, AKHS now provides primary health care and curative medical care in Afghanistan, India, Kenya, Pakistan, and Tanzania, and provides technical assistance to government in health service delivery in Kenya, Syria and Tajikistan. More information...... The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu (AKHK) is an Institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya, which is an Agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. The Hospital is part of a network of health facilities, which includes Hospitals and Outreach Health Facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2022 accreditation for laboratory services, Safe Care level 5 accreditation and is at advanced stage of attaining Joint Commission International Accreditation. AKHK has Outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa - Bay, Migori, Bomet, Eldoret, Kimilili, Nyamira, Kabarnet and Lodwar. The Hospital is seeking to attract interested and qualified candidates for the following position:

NEUROPHYSIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST – LOCUM

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Under the close supervision of a Neurologist, the Neurophysiology Technologist is responsible for preparing patients and conducting electroencephalograms (EEG), nerve conduction studies and evoked potential examinations. The role also involves assisting the Neurologist during needle electromyography (EMG) examinations, as required.

• KEY RESPONSIBILITIESReview physicians' requests for neurophysiological investigations to establish the clinical questions to be addressed and determine the appropriate testing procedures.
• Explain examination procedures to patients and provide information on the purpose and importance of the investigations.
• Independently perform routine EEG, long-term video-EEG monitoring and nerve conduction studies, and prepare test findings for interpretation by the Neurologist.
• Assist the Neurologist in performing electromyography examinations.
• Promptly escalate concerns and critical findings to the Neurologist for immediate interpretation and appropriate action.
• Apply critical thinking and technical skills to identify, troubleshoot and correct artefacts to ensure accurate and reliable test recordings.
• Ensure proper care of equipment through routine cleaning, safe storage, regular inventory checks and timely reporting and follow-up of equipment malfunctions to the Programme Manager.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service through compassionate, friendly and respectful interactions, while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervising Neurologist.
• A Diploma or equivalent qualification in Neurodiagnostic Technology, Neurophysiology or a related field.
• At least two (2) years' relevant experience working in a neurophysiology laboratory within a recognised institution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.