Senior Electroneurodiagnostic/Neurophysiology Technologist-Electro-Neuro Diagnostic

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City - SSMC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tertiary hospital in the UAE is seeking a qualified professional to handle neurodiagnostic operations, including EEG procedures and patient care. The role requires at least 4 years of hospital experience and a Bachelor's degree in Applied Sciences or related field, along with a national license. The successful candidate will maintain supplies, manage staff, and ensure compliance with laboratory standards. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a hospital setting is required.
• Knowledge of neurophysiology practices and laboratory standards.
• Ability to manage staff and coordinate educational sessions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neurodiagnostic operations and manage procedures.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and manage equipment.
• Train and assist new staff and ensure quality improvement.

Skills

Neurodiagnostic operations

EEG procedures

Inventory management

Patient emergency management

Education

Bachelor Degree in Applied Sciences

Current national License

Job description

Job Description

The role is responsible for independently conducting all operations related to neurodiagnostic by observing all standards of operational rules and procedures. The role might be responsible for managing staff.

Responsibilities

• 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inventory of supplies for assigned room or work station, rotation of stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.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.
• Plans laboratory schedules; assigning priorities according to the workload and clinical urgency.
• Participates in technical conferences and meetings.
• Assumes of the laboratory supervisor in their absence.
• Measures and accurately applies electrodes in a timely manner, according to the International 10-20 System and ensures that electrode impedance meets laboratory standards.
• Performs routine and advanced EEG records according to the standards of the laboratory.
• Performs routine and advanced long‑term video monitoring EEG in the epilepsy monitoring unit.
• Performs routine and advanced Evoked Potentials such as Visual, Brainstem, and Somatosensory studies with high‑quality results.
• Performs routine and advanced Nerve Conduction Study in a highly skilled and patient‑appropriate manner.
• Knowledge of appropriate actions to take during patient emergency situations.

Accountabilities

• Monitors and develops quality improvement indicators to ensure continuous professional and technical development such as job competency and performance evaluation of the staff.
• Coordinates and participates in education sessions for the staff.
• Assist in hiring and training of new staff.
• Handles all issues concerning the department and relays to supervisor if needed.
• Order all supplies and equipment needed in the lab.

Qualifications

Experience

• Required: NLT 4 years’ experience in a hospital setting.

Desired

• N.A.

Educational Qualification

• Required: Bachelor Degree (3 years) in the field of Applied Sciences, Neurophysiology or Biophysics/Physiology or equivalent 3 year diploma, from a recognized institution.
• AND Current national License.

Desired

• N.A.

About Us

At SSMC, we firmly believe that the human touch is a fundamental part of care. We understand that health care is both an art and a science, running deeper than simply diagnosing and treating those who rely on us. Our SSMC Model of Care puts our patients at the forefront of our purpose and at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that the needs of our patients come first. Every one of our patients receives individualized attention from a multidisciplinary team of experts who collaborate closely to deliver trusted and compassionate care. From the very first point of contact with SSMC, to the moment patients are back home, we ensure speciality‑specific care at every stage and in every interaction. As one of the largest tertiary hospitals in the UAE, SSMC provides access to specialist medical treatments and advanced diagnostics, with a commitment to becoming a Destination Medical Center in the UAE and wider region.

About the Team

SSMC is the largest tertiary hospital in the UAE and serves to elevate the provision of health care services in the nation under the mandate of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030. Supported by the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities available, SSMC offers care in 44 specialties. A team of locally and internationally trained medical, clinical and admin professionals work seamlessly together, which promotes comprehensive interdisciplinary learning, allowing SSMC to become a leading hub for integrated patient‑centric medical services in the region. As the region’s leading tertiary facility, SSMC has 742 patient beds, 18 operating theatres, and includes a hybrid operating room, 26-bed neonatal intensive care unit, and the UAE’s largest pathology lab.