Junior Technologist

Narayana Health; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Narayana Health in Bengaluru is seeking an EMG Technician to prepare patients and conduct standard electromyographic tests, while assisting in the maintenance of equipment.

You will explain procedures, apply electrodes, calibrate the EMG apparatus, and handle test recordings. Collaboration with physicians for complex procedures and accurate billing will be part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Must work accurately with minimal supervision.
• Able to understand written instructions from department personnel.
• Must plan and organize own work schedule effectively.
• Strong speaking and listening skills to follow supervisor instructions.

Responsibilities

• Explain test procedures and instruct patients on proper positioning during the test.
• Apply suitable electrodes on predetermined measured positions on the patient and check their performance.
• Calibrate and adjust the EMG apparatus.
• Maintain in a clean operating condition and make minor maintenance adjustments.
• File film recordings of tests.
• Complete and forward charge slips for billing purposes.
• May maintain inpatient schedules and assign work with physician electomyographer.
• May assist the physician in complex procedures, such as repetitive stimulation blink reflexes and muscle property measurements.
• May participate in training EMG staff and residents regarding nerve conduction studies.
• Inventory and requisition laboratory supplies.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system if required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Written instructions comprehension

Planning & organizing

Communication skills

Tools

EMG apparatus

Job description

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Narayana Health, one of India's largest and World's most economical healthcare service providers is set to emerge as a global industry model for its ability to reconcile quality, affordability, scale, transparency, credibility and sustainable profitability. From 300 beds hospital in 2001, Narayana Health has grown to a 6900 beds healthcare conglomerate in 2014 with 26 hospitals present in 16 Cities within the country and also has International Presence in Cayman.

NH has been known for its cost- cutting approach and ranked 36th among World's 50 Most Innovative Companiesby Fast Companies in 2012. NH has also been a proud recipient of Frost & Sullivan India Healthcare Excellence Awards 2012 in the category Healthcare Service Provider Company of the Year and FICCI Health Care Excellence Award 2012 for Addressing Industry Issues.

Job Purpose:

To prepare patients for and conduct standard electromyographic tests which measure muscle response and nerve conduction; collect information pertinent to the interpretation of the test; and to assist in the maintenance of equipment

Job Responsibilities:

• Explain test procedures and instruct patients on proper positioning during the test.
• Apply suitable electrodes on predetermined measured positions on the patient and check their performance.
• Calibrate and adjust the EMG apparatus.
• Maintain in a clean operating condition and make minor maintenance adjustments.
• File film recordings of tests.
• Complete and forward charge slips for billing purposes.
• May maintain laboratory inpatient schedules and assign work in conjunction with physician electomyographer.
• May assist the physician in the performance of the more complex specialized procedures, such as repetitive stimulation blink reflexes, and muscle contractile property measurements.
• May participate in the training of EMG technical staff and residents regarding nerve conduction studies.
• Inventory and requisition laboratory supplies.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements:

• Able to work accurately and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to comprehend written instructions given by the related departmental personnel.
• Ability to plan & organize ones work schedule effectively.
• Speaking and listening are essential requirements to understand and carry out the instructions given by the supervisors and other related departmental personnel.