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Neurophysiology Technologist at Aga Khan Academy

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The Aga Khan Academies are an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The AKDN is a group of development agencies with mandates that include the environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalisation of historic cities. AKDN agencies conduct their programmes without regard to faith, origin or gender. In 2000, His Highness the Aga Khan initiated the establishment of the Aga Khan Academies, an integrated network of schools to be located in countries across Africa, South and Central Asia, and the Middle East. When complete, the network of Academies will form a global learning community of about 18 schools in 14 countries.


Vacancy no:


AKHK/NEG/003


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.


Other Responsibilities:



  • Read a physician’s neurophysiology request to determine the question to be answered; explain to the 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 artifacts 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

  • Perform other duties as directed by the supervising neurologist


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.


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