Neurophysiology Technology Assistant

Brief Job Description: A Neurophysiology Technology Assistant performs tests and assists physicians in the diagnosis and evaluation of diseases of the brain, peripheral and autonomic nervous system and sleep disorders using electronic testing equipment. A neurophysiology technology assistant is not expected to/should not discuss the findings of the studies with the patient, counsel the patient in any way regarding further tests or treatment options, insert needle electrodes into the muscles or around the nerves and write the impression of the studies or attempt to report findings

Personal Attributes: The job requires individuals to have good communication, time management skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment. The individual should possess key qualities such as confidence, maturity, compassion, patient centricity. He/she should exhibit good coordination skills, ethical behavior and deal empathetically with patients. The trainee should have a sound knowledge of operating computers.

                                          NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS (Nos.)

♦ Carry out electroencephalography and video electroencephalography

♦ Carry out nerve conduction studies and prepare the patient for electromyography

♦ Carry out evoked potentials studies

♦ Perform basic maintenance of neurophysiology equipment

♦ Maintain a professional relationship with patients, colleagues and others

♦ Maintain professional & medico-legal conduct

♦ Maintain a safe, healthy and secure working environment

♦ Follow infection control policies & procedures including biomedical waste disposal protocols